Cemetery Operative

Cemetery and Open Spaces Operative We are looking for a practical, reliable and respectful individual to join our team as a Cemetery and Open Spaces Operative. This is a varied, hands-on role involving the day-to-day care and maintenance of cemeteries, woodland and open spaces. You will help ensure these areas are safe, well presented and maintained to a high standard, while providing a professional and sensitive service to families, visitors and funeral professionals. About the role Your responsibilities will include: Maintaining cemetery grounds, paths, boundaries, memorial areas and other site features to a safe and presentable standard. Preparing graves for scheduled interments, including locating, measuring, excavating and, where necessary, shoring graves. Excavation may involve both manual work and mechanical equipment. Preparing graves for funerals by arranging the required equipment and materials, and reinstating and tidying the area following an interment. Carrying out general grounds and horticultural maintenance, including mowing, strimming, hedge cutting, pruning, planting, weeding, turfing and path maintenance. Planting and caring for trees, shrubs, roses, bulbs and other plants as required. Inspecting headstones and memorials for signs of instability or damage and taking appropriate action where safety concerns are identified. Communicating sensitively with relatives where work or safety measures relating to memorials are required. Operating tractors, ..... full job details .....