At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and excavate graves while maintaining a respectful cemetery environment.
- Company: Join idverde, a leader in cemetery services with a focus on community impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy 21 days holiday, full workwear, and access to discounts and support.
- Other info: Career advancement opportunities and a supportive, inclusive workplace.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in the community while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in grave digging and a valid UK driving license required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
Location: Warwick
Hourly Rate: £13
Contract type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Grave Digger to join the Cemetery Services team in Warwick. In this role, you will be responsible for a range of tasks including the preparation, excavation and backfilling of graves as well as overseeing the general maintenance of the cemetery grounds, ensuring they remain tidy, well-kept and respectful for visitors and loved ones. Your work will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the cemetery, whilst upholding professionalism, dignity and care for the environment at all times.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and excavate graves.
- Backfill graves.
- Oversee general maintenance of cemetery grounds, ensuring they remain tidy and respectful for visitors.
- Uphold professionalism, dignity and care for the environment during all tasks.
Qualifications
- Experience with cemetery work, grave digging and burial processes, with formal burial training.
- A COTS (Cemetery Operatives Training Scheme) certification is beneficial but all training can be provided by idverde to the successful candidate.
- Previous 360 Excavator & Dumper experience also beneficial.
- The ability and willingness to help out with grounds maintenance tasks.
- A full valid UK driving license is essential.
- Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset.
- Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
What we offer
We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our 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. We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
- 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Full workwear and PPE provided.
- Support for personal and professional challenges.
- Access to discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
- Secure your future - competitive pension scheme and resources to manage your finances.
- Colleague of the month and annual awards.
- Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
- Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
- Comprehensive resources and support.
Grave Digging Operative in Warwick employer: Talent Solutions - Idverde RPO
At idverde, we pride ourselves on being the UK's leading grounds maintenance provider, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that fosters personal and professional growth. As a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader in Stirling, you'll enjoy competitive benefits, extensive training opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in your community while working alongside a passionate team dedicated to creating a greener future.
Contact Details:
Talent Solutions - Idverde RPO Recruitment Team
