Market Operative

Job Title: Market Operative
Location: Darwen
Salary: £12.85 per hour inc Holiday | £16.39 LTD per hour
Contract: Temporary

About the Role
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a Market Operative to support the smooth running and maintenance of vibrant market environments operating nearly every day of the year for their client based in Darwen. This frontline role involves working both indoors and outdoors, carrying out essential cleaning, maintenance, and customer service duties in all weather conditions.
As a Market Operative, you will play a key part in ensuring markets are clean, safe, and welcoming for traders and visitors alike. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. You will also assist with the erection of market stalls, basic repairs, security checks, and the collection of cashless payments.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of market areas including waste disposal and recycling
• Carry out cleaning duties as part of a team within public spaces, washrooms and stall areas
• Assist with the setup and dismantling of market stalls and equipment
• Carry out basic maintenance and repairs such as fixing locks, lightbulbs, and door handles
• Perform security duties including unlocking/locking buildings and managing alarm systems
• Collect rental payments using handheld devices and manage trader information accurately
• Support market events and ensure high standards of customer care at all times
• Monitor and report building or facility defects through established procedures

What We Are Looking For

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks (lifting, carrying, erecting stalls)
• Carry out cleaning of public toilets
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions and occasionally handle unpleasant tasks
• Basic maintenance skills for repairs and upkeep of market facilities
• Familiarity or willingness to learn cashless payment systems and handheld technology
• Understanding of security procedures and systems
• Flexibility to work on a rota basis including weekends
• Commitment to health and safety practices and wearing appropriate PPE
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work and ongoing training

The Ideal Candidate
You will be a positive, respectful, and reliable team player who takes pride in delivering excellent customer service. You understand the importance of maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment and are keen to contribute creatively to improving market operations. Safety and environmental responsibility are central to your approach, and you communicate effectively with colleagues and the public.

Benefits

• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work across a variety of market locations
• Contribute to community-focused services

If you are hardworking, flexible, and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role within a busy market environment, please apply now by emailing Prakash at prakash.panchani@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208967.