Cemetery Operations Technician – Weekend & All‑Weather Role

Hurst Green; Coseley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Dudley MBC Bereavement Services is seeking a cemetery operative to perform gravedigging and related tasks across borough cemeteries. The role requires a full UK driving licence with trailer tow ability and preferable experience with a 360 excavator.

You must be prepared for weekend work on a rota and to work in all weather conditions. The post will involve physical duties, strong communication, and the ability to relate empathetically to bereaved families, with training provided where needed.

Qualifications

• Experience of using a mechanical digger, including 360 excavators, is desirable.
• Able to carry out physical tasks.
• Able to relate sensitively to the bereaved.
• Full UK driving licence with ability to drive up to 7.5 tonnes and tow a trailer.

Responsibilities

• Carry out gravedigging and associated duties across borough cemeteries in all weathers.
• Work some weekends and bank holidays on a rota to support the out of hours burial service.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Driving licence

Willing to train

Tools

Excavator (360)

Job description

Dudley MBC Bereavement Services is seeking a cemetery operative to perform gravedigging and related tasks across borough cemeteries. The role requires a full UK driving licence with trailer tow ability and preferable experience with a 360 excavator.

You must be prepared for weekend work on a rota and to work in all weather conditions. The post will involve physical duties, strong communication, and the ability to relate empathetically to bereaved families, with training provided where needed.