Cemeteries Manager
Location: Llwyncelyn Cemetery Office, Cwmbran 02/11/2026
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Job details
Salary £40,444 - £46,579 | Grade 8 | Contractual hours 37 | Basis Full Time | Package Permanent | Job category/type Economy & Environment | Date posted 13/10/2026 | Job reference REQ006631 | Attachments REQ006631 Cemeteries Manager.docx REQ006631 Cemeteries Manager - cymraeg.docx
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and motivated individual to lead and manage Torfaen County Borough Council's Bereavement Services and cemetery operations. Based at the attractive Llwyncelyn Cemetery site, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a compassionate, professional and efficient cemetery service for residents across the borough.
As Cemeteries Manager, you will be responsible for managing cemetery services across the borough, ensuring compliance with burial legislation, health and safety requirements, and industry best practice. The role includes leading operational staff, overseeing burials and memorial management, maintaining accurate records, managing budgets, and driving service improvements.
The role requires regular in-person attendance at the office, together with site visits across all the Council’s cemeteries.
Working closely with Funeral Directors, Memorial Masons and other stakeholders, you will ensure the delivery of a professional, compassionate and customer-focused service.
The successful candidate will have significant experience in bereavement or cemetery services, excellent communication and leadership skills, the ability to support staff, maintain high standards of service delivery, manage change and drive continuous improvement.
For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Louise Powell, Environment Operations Manager: louise.powell@torfaen.gov.uk .
Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment. We value the range of experiences that a diverse workforce brings and therefore we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and under-represented groups.
Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential. You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.
We are a registered Disability Confident Leader and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. Our Guaranteed Interview scheme guarantees that people with disabilities will be invited to interview, so long as they meet the essential requirements for the role. If you have a health condition, are neurodivergent, or use British sign language, and need to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the recruiting manager. We can only work with you to arrange adjustments if we are made aware of your requirements prior to your application submission, test or interview.
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Cemeteries Manager in Pontypool employer: Torfaen County Borough Council
Henllys Church in Wales School is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued. With a commitment to employee growth and development, the school provides opportunities for training and advancement while ensuring high standards of hygiene and cleanliness for its 180 students. Located in the vibrant community of Cwmbran, the school fosters a culture of diversity and respect, making it an ideal place for dedicated individuals looking to make a meaningful impact.
Contact Details:
Torfaen County Borough Council Recruitment Team
