Chargehand Gravedigger (Permanent) - WDN06111
| Posting date: | 15 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £36,075.67 to £39,085.19 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 September 2025 |
| Location: | Clydebank, G81 4SL |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | West Dunbartonshire Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | WDN06111 |
Summary
Job Description
West Dunbartonshire Council are recruiting for a dedicated and respectful individual to join our Bereavement Services team as a Chargehand Gravedigger. This is a vital role that supports bereaved families and ensures our cemeteries are maintained to the highest standards.
The successful candidate will lead a team of gravediggers who will be responsible for:
- Preparing graves safely and accurately using both hand tools and mechanical equipment.
- Backfilling and reinstating graves following services.
- Maintaining cemetery grounds, including grass cutting, path clearing, and general upkeep.
- Supporting funeral services with dignity and professionalism.
- Ensuring all work complies with health and safety regulations and cemetery policies
The post holder will have experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or similar outdoor work, the ability to operate machinery such as mini excavators (training can be provided) and a respectful, compassionate approach to working in sensitive environments.
Please note that applicants should hold a JCB certificate and a Front Loader Dumper certificate as this is an essential requirement to the post.
The Individual
WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself in providing flexible working to support work life balance. In addition to this there are also additional benefits:
• Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer’s contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 35 days as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year
• Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health & counselling if ever you need help and support
Now that you have read the role and what we have to offer, we would love to hear from you. Please use the application to tell us your experience, and why you are the candidate for this role.
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http://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/working-for-us/about-us/
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http://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/working-for-us/benefits-of-working-with-us/
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