Market Attendant x 2 Posts

Directorate: Regeneration & Environment

Permanent, Full time, 37 hours per week

Rotherham Markets are looking to recruit two enthusiastic and reliable Market Assistants to support the day-to-day operation of our indoor and outdoor markets during an exciting period of redevelopment and improvement.

Working as part of the Markets Team, you will undertake a variety of duties including setting up and dismantling market stalls, cleaning and maintaining market facilities, supporting traders, transporting equipment and storage boxes, litter picking, waste management, and carrying out general maintenance tasks. The role involves working both independently and as part of a team and includes outdoor working in all weather conditions.

We are looking for applicants who:

• Have an understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Have awareness of COSHH regulations.
• Are able to provide excellent customer service and work effectively with traders, colleagues and members of the public.
• Can work flexibly, including weekends and occasional overtime as required.
• Hold a Category B driving licence (desirable).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy service at the heart of Rotherham town centre and play a key role in supporting the continued success and redevelopment of Rotherham Markets.

Working Pattern

This post is based on a split-shift working arrangement to support the operational requirements of Rotherham Markets. The normal working hours are:

• 6:00am to 10:00am
• 2:00pm to 5:30pm

The role also requires regular Saturday working, together with occasional flexibility to support markets, events and service requirements. The post involves outdoor working in all weather conditions and duties that include setting up and dismantling market stalls, cleaning and maintenance activities, and supporting traders and customers.

For an informal discussion about the roles, please contact by Zahid Ilyas, Market Operational manager, email Zahid.Ilyas@rotherham.gov.uk

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. For further information, please visit our website.