Cemeteries Grounds Maintenance Specialist

Talent Solutions - Idverde RPO

Northampton

On-site

GBP 19,000 - 20,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare & Wellbeing platform
21 days holiday + BH
Full Workwear & PPE provided
Enhanced maternity and shared parental
Discounts on retail
Two days for charity
Colleague of the month
Secure financial planning resources
Comprehensive support

Job summary

idverde is seeking experienced Cemeteries & Grounds Maintenance Operatives in Northampton. You will handle grave preparation, excavation and backfilling, alongside general cemetery grounds upkeep to ensure a respectful environment for visitors.

Applicants should have cemetery experience (graves and burials), a valid UK driving licence, and a safety-conscious, outdoors-ready attitude. Training and development opportunities are offered within a supportive team.

Qualifications

  • Experience in grounds maintenance tasks including grass cutting, strimming, hedge cutting and flower bed upkeep.
  • Experience with cemetery work, grave digging and burial processes; formal training advantageous.
  • A full valid UK driving licence is essential, can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, excavate and backfill graves and assist with cemetery maintenance.
  • Ensure grounds are tidy, well-kept, and respectful for visitors and loved ones.
  • Follow safety procedures and policy guidance at all times.

Skills

Grounds maintenance
Driving licence
Safety conscious
Outdoor work

Education

COTS (Cemetery Operatives Training Scheme) beneficial

Job description

idverde is seeking experienced Cemeteries & Grounds Maintenance Operatives in Northampton. You will handle grave preparation, excavation and backfilling, alongside general cemetery grounds upkeep to ensure a respectful environment for visitors.

Applicants should have cemetery experience (graves and burials), a valid UK driving licence, and a safety-conscious, outdoors-ready attitude. Training and development opportunities are offered within a supportive team.

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