Cemeteries Manager

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead; Thatcham; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council authority in the United Kingdom seeks a passionate Cemeteries Manager to manage services effectively. This full-time role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include supervising cemetery services, implementing policies, and liaising with the community. The successful candidate will enjoy a hybrid working pattern, 32 days of annual leave, and a generous pension scheme. Apply if you have a commitment to quality service delivery and community well-being.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Flexible hybrid working

Generous Local Government Pension

Free employee parking

Instant Reward Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts with hundreds of retailers

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE English language and Maths.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• High level of sensitive interpersonal skills and empathy.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work positively with residents, community groups, and contractors.
• Ability to develop and manage strong and effective partnerships.
• Good negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement the council’s policies and standards for the management of Cemeteries.
• Supervise and monitor cemetery services.
• Ensure the Cemetery Service is developed within statutory requirements.
• Communicate and liaise with residents, Councillors, and external organisations.
• Identify and implement improvements in service delivery.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Negotiation

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cemeteries Manager to join us!

This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £37,526 - £41,613 per annum.

About us:

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.

Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us, and we continue to rise to the challenge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiasticCemeteries Managerto join our Parks and Countryside team.

The Role:

To implement the council’s policies and standards for the efficient and effective management of Cemeteries.

To implement the council’s policies and standards for the efficient and effective management of Cemeteries and the day-to-day management and maintenance of these services including supervision and monitoring of cemetery services within the Grounds Maintenance Contract.

Overall responsibility for ensuring that the council’s Cemetery Service is developed and delivered within statutory requirements and that the needs of bereaved families are sensitively managed.

Communicate/Liaise with residents, Councillors, users and external organisations on service delivery.

To identify and implement improvements in service delivery.

What we are looking for:

• Educated to GCSE English language and Maths.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel Word and PowerPoint.
• High level of sensitive interpersonal skills and empathy
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work positively with residents, community groups and contractors
• Ability to develop and manage strong and effective partnerships
• Good negotiation skills

What we offer:

• 32 days annual leave
• Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
• Free employee parking close to the offices.
• Give As You Earn scheme.
• Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
• Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.

If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Interview dates: Week commencing 11/01/2026

If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Christopher Capper – Parks and Open Spaces Contract Manager on [e-mail]