CEMETERY CHARGEHAND
| Posting date: | 19 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £29,540 to £32,061 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 January 2026 |
| Location: | HU16 4RU |
| Company: | Hull City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 33356 |
Summary
Bereavement Services is seeking to appoint a Cemetery Chargehand to oversee the effective delivery of cemetery services. This is a vital role in maintaining respectful, safe, and well-managed facilities for the community.
Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and demonstrate significant experience or transferable skills in supervising, leading, and motivating a team. They should have proven ability in operating and maintaining plant and equipment, a sound knowledge of construction work practices, and health and safety. Strong organisational and communication skills, together with the ability to respond flexibly to operational needs and meet deadlines, are essential.
A key aspect of the role will be ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, applying extensive knowledge and experience to create a safe working environment for staff and visitors alike.
In addition to operational duties, the Cemetery Chargehand will be expected to investigate and resolve complaints in a professional and timely manner, ensuring that outcomes are communicated clearly and sensitively. The role also requires the management and monitoring of Service Level Agreements, ensuring that agreed standards are consistently achieved and that services are delivered efficiently and effectively.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and committed individual to contribute to the smooth running of cemetery services, to support grieving families with dignity and compassion, and to make a meaningful difference to the wellbeing of the wider community.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ann Hughes, Cemetery Operations Team Leader on 07526 200 199 or ann.hughes2@hullcc.gov.uk
Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.
Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and demonstrate significant experience or transferable skills in supervising, leading, and motivating a team. They should have proven ability in operating and maintaining plant and equipment, a sound knowledge of construction work practices, and health and safety. Strong organisational and communication skills, together with the ability to respond flexibly to operational needs and meet deadlines, are essential.
A key aspect of the role will be ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, applying extensive knowledge and experience to create a safe working environment for staff and visitors alike.
In addition to operational duties, the Cemetery Chargehand will be expected to investigate and resolve complaints in a professional and timely manner, ensuring that outcomes are communicated clearly and sensitively. The role also requires the management and monitoring of Service Level Agreements, ensuring that agreed standards are consistently achieved and that services are delivered efficiently and effectively.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and committed individual to contribute to the smooth running of cemetery services, to support grieving families with dignity and compassion, and to make a meaningful difference to the wellbeing of the wider community.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ann Hughes, Cemetery Operations Team Leader on 07526 200 199 or ann.hughes2@hullcc.gov.uk
Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.
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