Lead Cemetery Gravedigger & Grounds Technician

Dundee City Council

Scotland

On-site

GBP 18,000 - 24,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Dundee City Council in Scotland seeks a Cemetery Worker to perform grave digging and related grounds maintenance within the Environment Department. You will handle cemetery operations, memorial safety, and outdoor tasks across open spaces, ensuring high standards of workmanship.

The role requires a full driving licence, ability to work unmanned, and strong communication with the public in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of cemetery procedure and grounds maintenance.
  • Burial qualification and weed killing certifications are required.
  • Experience with memorial safety and working outdoors in all weathers.

Responsibilities

  • Undertake cemetery/gravedigging tasks and duties in general open spaces.
  • Maintain workmanship standards across Environment Department sites.

Education

Burial Qualification (ICCM)
PA1A & PA6A weed killing certification

Job description

Dundee City Council in Scotland seeks a Cemetery Worker to perform grave digging and related grounds maintenance within the Environment Department. You will handle cemetery operations, memorial safety, and outdoor tasks across open spaces, ensuring high standards of workmanship.

The role requires a full driving licence, ability to work unmanned, and strong communication with the public in all weather conditions.

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