South End City Council
Job title:
R2R103312 – 103667 – Cemetery & Crematorium Operative (Skilled)
Company
South End City Council
Job description
Your New Organisation:Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference. Your new role:To work as part of a team alongside colleagues within the Cemetery , all Council maintained Cemeteries including closed graveyards to complete all aspects of Grounds Maintenance to carry out all operational aspects of the Crematorium and Cemetery from the arrival of the funeral at the Cemetery to Burial and the commemoration in accordance with Council and service policies and quality standards and procedures, legal requirements, professional codes of practice and quality standards. This includes assisting the bereaved and funeral professionals. To lead and work alongside colleagues within the Cemetery, all Council maintained Cemeteries including closed graveyards to complete all aspects of Grounds Maintenance. What you’ll need to succeed:The post holder has responsibility to ensure all routine checks are carried out to any grave digging and grounds maintenance plant or equipment in accordance with manufactures instructions prior to operation and to ensure any faults are reported to managers. Good educational standard or able to demonstrate a comparable level of competence. Relevant professional qualification e.g. Safe working in cemeteries COTS, Excavator / digger qualification. What you’ll get in return:When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the “Why Work For Us?” tab. What you need to do now:If you are interested in this role, please click ‘apply online’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.If you would like a copy the Job Description, pleasePlease note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.
Expected salary
Location
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Job date
Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:31:17 GMT
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