Cemeteries Manager

St Albans Council; St Albans; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St Albans City and District Council is seeking a capable leader to head the Cemeteries Service, responsible for the three cemeteries and four closed churchyards. You will shape the future of the service and oversee daily operations across all sites.

You will ensure statutory and regulatory compliance, manage the budget and contracts, and oversee cemetery infrastructure, buildings and staff. You will also manage grave preparation contracts and drive the Cemeteries Strategy and long-term

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of three cemeteries and four closed churchyards across all sites.
• Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance, and safety across cemetery operations.
• Manage budget, contracts, infrastructure, buildings and staff, including grave preparation contracts.

Job description

St Albans City and District Council is responsible for the management of three cemeteries and four closed churchyards. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the future of the Council's Cemeteries Service.

The postholder will be responsible for the operational management and strategic development of the service, ensuring the effective delivery of daily operations across all sites.

Key responsibilities include ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance, financial and budget management, contract monitoring, and the oversight of cemetery infrastructure, buildings, and staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the management of the ground’s maintenance and grave preparation contract provision and liaising with the team daily as well as playing a key role in delivering the actions identified within the Council's Cemeteries Strategy and supporting the long-term development of the service. Reviewing and seeking opportunities to develop and promote the service, keeping a customer led ethos within every decision underpins this role.

The role carries overall responsibility for health and safety across all cemetery sites, ensuring the highest standards are maintained for employees, contractors, visitors, and stakeholders.