Skilled Memorial Technician

Manpower UK Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Skilled Memorial Technician in London. The role involves preparing graves and maintaining cemetery grounds with a strong emphasis on professionalism and environmental care. Candidates should be physically fit, possess a UK driving license, and ideally have a City & Guilds Cemetery Operatives Training Scheme certificate. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £15.15, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package, including holiday and wellness support.

Benefits

Up to 21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave

Support for personal and professional challenges

Discounts on retail and gym memberships

Resources to manage finances

Qualifications

• Experience with grave digging and burial processes preferred.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to help with grounds maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and backfill graves as part of a range of tasks.
• Oversee general maintenance of cemetery grounds.
• Uphold professionalism and care for the environment.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Safety-conscious mindset

Physically fit

Experience with cemetery work

360 Excavator license

Full UK driving license

Education

City & Guilds Cemetery Operatives Training Scheme certificate

Job description

Overview

Skilled Memorial Technician

Location: Brompton Cemetery, London

Hourly Rate: £15.15

Contract type: Permanent

Working hours: Monday-Thursday 7am-3:30pm, Friday 7am-2:30pm

Responsibilities

• Prepare and backfill graves as part of a range of tasks.
• Oversee the general maintenance of cemetery grounds to ensure they remain tidy, well-kept and respectful for visitors and loved ones.
• Uphold professionalism, dignity and care for the environment at all times.

Requirements

• Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Experience with cemetery work, grave digging and burial processes would be an advantage; previous grounds maintenance experience will also be considered.
• City & Guilds Cemetery Operatives Training Scheme (COTS) certificate is beneficial.
• 360 Excavator license and previous usage would be a benefit.
• The ability and willingness to help out with grounds maintenance tasks.
• A full valid UK driving license.

What we offer

• We offer career advancement and development opportunities through bespoke apprenticeship programmes, extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
• Recognition and a wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise wellbeing and support life choices.

Benefits

• Up to 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Resources to manage your finances.
• Secure your future.
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Comprehensive resources and support.

About idverde

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation; in the UK alone we are a community of over 3,000 colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.

At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.