Gravedigger
Location: Richmond
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Up to £31,116 per year
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Position Overview: Our client is seeking a dedicated and reliable Gravedigger to join our team. As a Gravedigger, you will play an essential role in maintaining a respectful and dignified cemetery environment. The ideal candidate will be able to carry out physical tasks efficiently while adhering to safety protocols, working with the team, and respecting the sensitivities associated with burial services. This role requires a COTS (Certificate of Technical Competence) qualification.
Key Responsibilities:
* Excavate graves for burials using manual tools and machinery (e.g., shovels, backhoes).
* Ensure graves are dug to the proper depth, size, and alignment according to specified requirements.
* Properly handle and secure materials, such as soil, sand, and gravel, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
* Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the burial site before, during, and after each service.
* Fill graves following burials and ensure ground is leveled and tamped down to prevent settling.
* Assist with the placement of grave markers and memorials as required.
* Maintain equipment, tools, and vehicles, ensuring they are in good working order.
* Adhere to all safety standards and cemetery policies, with a focus on both safety and respect for the deceased and their families.
* Provide support d...