Environmental Maintenance Worker Level 2 - [Cemeteries and Parks]

Knowsley Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dedicated individual for cemetery operations, responsible for burial plot preparation and grounds maintenance. The ideal candidate will operate grave digging machinery and comply with Health and Safety regulations while communicating effectively with the public. This role values diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating grave digging machinery with certification.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with the public and funeral directors.

Responsibilities

• Deliver burial plot preparation and grounds maintenance at cemetery and park sites.
• Follow Health and Safety requirements while undertaking work.

Job description

Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.

We are an Accredited employer under the Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.

Come join us and be part of our success.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Passionate about taking pride in work to deliver burial plot preparation and grounds maintenance at cemetery grounds and various sites, including parks.
• Skills and experience to handle and operate grave digging machinery with relevant certification (Cemetery Operative Training Scheme accreditation) and follow Health and Safety requirements when assessing risk and undertaking your work.
• Ability to communicate with members of the public, funeral directors, administrative staff and handle sensitive situations.

If so, you may be the perfect candidate for this role.

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.

See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.

Contact & Interviews

Contact: Steve Jones, Telephone: [phone]

Interviews to be held:

• Wednesday, 12 November 2025
• Thursday, 13 November 2025
• Friday, 14 November 2025

How to Apply

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You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.