Cemetery Grounds & Interment Technician

Amey; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Holidays 24 days + bank holidays

HGV licence training

Career growth opportunities

Volunteer days

Job summary

Amey is seeking a Cemetery Operative to maintain the grounds of the cemetery at Tatton House, Roundthorn Industrial Estate, Manchester. The role is on-site and permanent, with a 36.25-hour week and responsibilities spanning grave preparation, burials support, and general landscaping.

You will work outdoors in all weather, ensuring a peaceful environment for visitors and families, with opportunities for training, development, and pension benefits.

Qualifications

• Current COTS qualification.
• Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, cemetery operations, or similar outdoor environment.
• Good knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to undertake physically demanding work, including digging and manual handling.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and backfill graves safely and efficiently.
• Assist with burials, interments, and memorial-related activities.
• Carry out grounds maintenance including grass cutting, hedge trimming, planting, and general landscaping.
• Maintain pathways, boundaries, and cemetery infrastructure.
• Operate and maintain cemetery equipment, machinery, and vehicles.
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with health and safety procedures.
• Provide a courteous and respectful service to visitors and bereaved families.
• Assist with inspections, record keeping, and general maintenance duties.
• Report defects, hazards, and maintenance issues promptly.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Customer service

Health & safety

Driving licence

Education

COTS qualification

Tools

Grounds maintenance machinery

Hand tools

Lawn mower

Job description

Amey is seeking a Cemetery Operative to maintain the grounds of the cemetery at Tatton House, Roundthorn Industrial Estate, Manchester. The role is on-site and permanent, with a 36.25-hour week and responsibilities spanning grave preparation, burials support, and general landscaping.

You will work outdoors in all weather, ensuring a peaceful environment for visitors and families, with opportunities for training, development, and pension benefits.