Cemetery Operative/Gravedigger
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 02 Mehefin 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £25,584 i £27,269 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 27 Mehefin 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Merthyr Dyfan Cemetery, Barry CF62 8BP |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Barry Town Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | COGD KT |
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Job Overview
The purpose of the role is to ensure that Merthyr Dyfan Cemetery grounds and buildings are maintained to a standard set by Barry Town Council. To work as part of a team with the digging of graves and maintenance of Porthkerry Cemetery at the direction of the Cemetery Team Leader. To prepare graves as directed and within legislative & Health & Safety guidelines.
Responsibilities
To assist the Cemetery Team in the preparation of graves, i.e. excavation by hand and using an excavator (for which training will be given), laying out grave area respectfully and backfilling graves plus any other forms of interment that are provided by Barry Town Council.
To assist the cemetery staff at the direction of the cemetery Team Leader in maintaining the cemetery grounds:
Grass Cutting
Planting of flower beds and maintenance
Tree planting and maintenance
Maintaining Shrubs and Bushes accordingly
Clearing of pathways (via use of leaf blowers)
Weed control (via use of suitable pesticides)
Ensure drains are cleared regularly
Ensure litter bins are checked daily and emptied as and when required
Installation and repair of benches as and when required
To assist with the maintenance of the cemetery pond
Topping up graves and seeding as and when required
- To assist the Cemetery Team at the direction of the Cemetery Team Leader to ensure all cemetery buildings are maintained to a standard set by Barry Town Council. Clearance of the gutters in line with the schedule of works provided by the Facilities and Cemeteries Manager and to report any faults with buildings to your line manager immediately
- To assist with daily routine vehicle and equipment checks and cleaning duties in accordance with vehicle and equipment manufacturers instructions and complete daily log sheets, reporting faults or breakdowns to an appropriate supervisor
- To deal with enquiries from members of the public
- To provide quality customer service; providing help and assistance to visitors to the cemetery by providing advice and information
- To assist in the collection and remove litter, debris, fly tipping, leaves and weeds
- To assist in ensuring security of the cemetery site and buildings, including containers
- To familiarize yourself with all tasks and use of equipment to enable cover for all tasks required across the cemetery service
Communications
- To foster strong communication within the wider Council staff including providing representation to Team meetings
- To communicate with members of the public, visitors to the cemetery, staff and Councilors
- To provide regular feedback to your line manager through Supervision
Health and Safety
- To assist in ensuring that the Town Council’s statutory obligations for the effective management of health and safety, Safe Working Practices and Council Procedures are met
- To prepare risk assessments which impact on your role and the department you work in, for all tasks undertaken in the Cemetery
- To prepare COSHH assessments in respect of all chemicals used in the course of your daily tasks
- To take care of your own health and safety by following guidance provided by your line manager and through training received.
Equality and Diversity
- To support the Chief Officer (Town Clerk) in ensuring that the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 are reflected in all aspects of the Council’s work.
- To undertake Equalities awareness training
- To be aware of the requirements of the Welsh Language Act and how they might relate to the role you perform.
Personal Development
- To develop in your role through training and development opportunities made available to include the following training:-
Manual Handling
Health & Safety
Ladder Training
Training on all mechanical equipment within the cemetery
Complete all the necessary training required to become the Cemetery Health and Safety Representative
Complete Risk Assessment Training
ICCM and SLCC training appropriate to your role
Other
- To undertake other duties from time to time which are commensurate with the level and grading of the post.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £25,584.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Free parking
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
The purpose of the role is to ensure that Merthyr Dyfan Cemetery grounds and buildings are maintained to a standard set by Barry Town Council. To work as part of a team with the digging of graves and maintenance of Porthkerry Cemetery at the direction of the Cemetery Team Leader. To prepare graves as directed and within legislative & Health & Safety guidelines.
Responsibilities
To assist the Cemetery Team in the preparation of graves, i.e. excavation by hand and using an excavator (for which training will be given), laying out grave area respectfully and backfilling graves plus any other forms of interment that are provided by Barry Town Council.
To assist the cemetery staff at the direction of the cemetery Team Leader in maintaining the cemetery grounds:
Grass Cutting
Planting of flower beds and maintenance
Tree planting and maintenance
Maintaining Shrubs and Bushes accordingly
Clearing of pathways (via use of leaf blowers)
Weed control (via use of suitable pesticides)
Ensure drains are cleared regularly
Ensure litter bins are checked daily and emptied as and when required
Installation and repair of benches as and when required
To assist with the maintenance of the cemetery pond
Topping up graves and seeding as and when required
- To assist the Cemetery Team at the direction of the Cemetery Team Leader to ensure all cemetery buildings are maintained to a standard set by Barry Town Council. Clearance of the gutters in line with the schedule of works provided by the Facilities and Cemeteries Manager and to report any faults with buildings to your line manager immediately
- To assist with daily routine vehicle and equipment checks and cleaning duties in accordance with vehicle and equipment manufacturers instructions and complete daily log sheets, reporting faults or breakdowns to an appropriate supervisor
- To deal with enquiries from members of the public
- To provide quality customer service; providing help and assistance to visitors to the cemetery by providing advice and information
- To assist in the collection and remove litter, debris, fly tipping, leaves and weeds
- To assist in ensuring security of the cemetery site and buildings, including containers
- To familiarize yourself with all tasks and use of equipment to enable cover for all tasks required across the cemetery service
Communications
- To foster strong communication within the wider Council staff including providing representation to Team meetings
- To communicate with members of the public, visitors to the cemetery, staff and Councilors
- To provide regular feedback to your line manager through Supervision
Health and Safety
- To assist in ensuring that the Town Council’s statutory obligations for the effective management of health and safety, Safe Working Practices and Council Procedures are met
- To prepare risk assessments which impact on your role and the department you work in, for all tasks undertaken in the Cemetery
- To prepare COSHH assessments in respect of all chemicals used in the course of your daily tasks
- To take care of your own health and safety by following guidance provided by your line manager and through training received.
Equality and Diversity
- To support the Chief Officer (Town Clerk) in ensuring that the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 are reflected in all aspects of the Council’s work.
- To undertake Equalities awareness training
- To be aware of the requirements of the Welsh Language Act and how they might relate to the role you perform.
Personal Development
- To develop in your role through training and development opportunities made available to include the following training:-
Manual Handling
Health & Safety
Ladder Training
Training on all mechanical equipment within the cemetery
Complete all the necessary training required to become the Cemetery Health and Safety Representative
Complete Risk Assessment Training
ICCM and SLCC training appropriate to your role
Other
- To undertake other duties from time to time which are commensurate with the level and grading of the post.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £25,584.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Free parking
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Work Location: In person