At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to maintain beautiful outdoor spaces and oversee grounds projects.
- Company: Join a compassionate team at Enfield Crematorium, making a difference in people's lives.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous leave, pension, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Work outdoors in a supportive environment with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Create peaceful environments while supporting your team and community events.
- Qualifications: Experience in horticulture and strong leadership skills required.
Location: Enfield Crematorium
Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week – Includes Saturday working depending on business need
Salary: £33,000 per annum
Are you passionate about creating beautifully maintained outdoor spaces that offer peace, dignity, and reflection? We are seeking a Senior Groundsperson to join our team at Enfield Crematorium, where you will play a key role in leading the delivery of exceptional grounds standards across our landscaped gardens and memorial areas.
The Role
As a Senior Groundsperson you will be accountable for overall site standards, team performance, and the delivery of grounds‑specific projects. The Senior Groundsperson ensures that every visitor experiences a peaceful, dignified, and immaculately maintained environment, while supporting and developing team members to meet operational, safety, and service expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out a full range of grounds maintenance duties including mowing, pruning, planting, weeding, hedge cutting, and seasonal landscaping.
- Oversee implementation of seasonal planting schemes, landscape improvements and grounds‑specific projects.
- Carry out inspections of memorial areas and new placements to ensure quality and accuracy.
- Line manage the grounds team, providing regular check‑ins, clear expectations, coaching, and support with performance and development.
- Manage stock control, materials and equipment responsibly to minimise waste and unnecessary costs.
- Support site events such as remembrance services, open days and community activities.
About You
- Has strong horticultural or grounds maintenance experience.
- A confident and supportive team leader who can motivate others.
- Takes pride in delivering exceptional presentation standards.
- Is highly organised, proactive, and able to manage workloads effectively.
- Is physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Understands the sensitivity of working in a bereavement environment.
- Holds a full UK driving licence (desirable).
What We Offer
- A role that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of families.
- Full training and ongoing support.
- 22-25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
- Company pension, life assurance, and employee assistance programme.
- Annual company bonus.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We know that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products, and create a better place to work. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, and whatever your life looks like, we’d love to hear from you. And if there’s anything you need to make the process more accessible, please let us know.
Senior Grounds Person employer: The Crematorium and Memorial Group
The Crematorium and Memorial Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values respect and dedication to creating a serene environment for visitors. With generous benefits such as 22-25 days of annual leave, pension contributions, life assurance, and an annual bonus, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles while contributing to the community in Chichester.
Contact Details:
The Crematorium and Memorial Group Recruitment Team
