At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to maintain cemeteries with respect and care, including grave digging and landscaping.
- Company: Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council, committed to community service and support.
- Benefits: Generous leave, pension scheme, discounts, healthcare plan, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Equal opportunities employer with career growth in local government.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in your community while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Good customer care skills, fitness for manual tasks, and ability to operate machinery.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 28000 £ per year.
Cemetery Operative
About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and professional Cemetery Operative to join our team.
This role involves carrying out cemetery work, including grave digging and general maintenance of Worting Road Cemetery, and other cemeteries within the borough.
You will play a vital part in ensuring our cemeteries are maintained to the highest standards, providing a respectful and supportive service to the community.
- Main Responsibilities
- Undertake grave digging, grounds maintenance and landscaping using a variety of plant, machinery and hand tools in line with quality standards and work instructions.
- Complete memorial safety testing in accordance with the agreed five‑year schedule and provide detailed reports to the Cemetery Manager.
- Maintain good customer relationships and represent the council in a professional and compassionate manner.
- Ensure council vehicles and equipment are checked, maintained and operated in line with legislation and best practice.
- Comply with all cemetery legislation, health and safety requirements and council policies.
- What We’re Looking For
- Good customer care skills with the ability to empathise in a respectful and sympathetic manner.
- A good level of fitness and mobility to undertake manual handling duties in all weather conditions.
- Ability to operate a range of hand tools and small plant equipment.
- Certification to operate plant machinery (e. g., excavators and dumpers) and, for qualified operatives, safe use of chemicals in line with legislation.
Interested?
Apply now to join a team that takes pride in delivering a professional and compassionate service to our community.
What benefits do we offer?
At Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council we offer a wide range of employee benefits to recognise your valued contribution:
- Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays
- Local government pension scheme and Life Assurance
- Salary sacrifice schemes for bicycles and electric cars
- Access to discounts at nationwide retailers through our ‘BOOST’ perks discount site
- Funded healthcare cash plan including optical and dental cover
- Free flu vaccination vouchers
- Access to a free and confidential employee assistance programme
- Support towards a variety of training, including professional qualifications, apprenticeships and wider technical and soft skill development courses
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of our community.
The council signs up to the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the ‘Two Ticks’ scheme)
If you have declared a disability on the application form we can guarantee you an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the job.
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is undertaking Local Government Reorganisation, transitioning from a two‑tier structure to new unitary councils from April 2028.
If you are employed by Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council as of 1 April 2028, your role will transfer to one of the new organisations on your existing terms and conditions.
This change is part of a wider move to support local devolution and strengthen powers within our communities.
For further information please visit the New Councils Decision.
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Cemetery Operative (966) in Basingstoke employer: Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values compassion and professionalism in serving the community. Employees benefit from generous annual leave, a local government pension scheme, and access to various training opportunities, ensuring personal and professional growth. Working at Worting Road Cemetery not only provides meaningful employment but also allows you to contribute positively to the community while enjoying a range of employee perks.
Contact Details:
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council Recruitment Team
