Cemetery Gardener

Gardener - Salary Grade 3 £29436-£31158pa

To undertake, either individually or as a member of a team, all aspects of grounds maintenance within the Council’s crematorium and cemeteries and in accordance with agreed schedules, service standards, procedures and Health and Safety requirements.

The key objectives are to:

• Carry out grounds, facilities and equipment maintenance to agreed standards and deliver high levels of customer satisfaction
• Implement new planting schemes and associated landscaping to enhance the appearance of the grounds
• Assist members of the public, the bereaved and funeral professionals courteously with basic enquiries
• Collect, deliver and dispose of goods, waste and equipment to agreed procedures.
• Accurately update internal records, either manually or using basic ICT systems.
• Supplement funeral and memorial operational activities under the supervision of trained staff.

Respond flexibly and positively to any unplanned activities, service improvements and customer care initiatives in a timely and professional manner.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact [email protected]

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 06/09/26, however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

You will be notified if your application has been successful. Interview date to be confirmed.

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