Grave Digger / Grounds Maintenance Operative
  £12.21 - £24.42 per hour + Plus Holiday Accrual and Benefits
  Maidstone, Kent
  temporary,full-time


We are currently recruiting for a Grave Digger / Grounds Maintenance Operative to join the team working across cemeteries within the Medway Towns area. This is a temporary position with an immediate start, and there is potential for permanent employment for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

*

Carrying out grave digging, including hand digs and backfills using manual and mechanical machinery.
*

Assisting with funeral preparations, including setting up grass matting and boards.
*

Performing general grounds maintenance such as mowing, strimming, pruning, planting, and weeding to maintain cemetery gardens.
*

Ensuring all work is completed safely and respectfully in line with health and safety regulations.

Requirements:

*

Previous grounds maintenance experience, ideally supported by a Lantra Award or equivalent certification.
*

Sound knowledge of health & safety guidelines.
*

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with good communication skills.
*

Full UK Driving Licence (ideally with C1+E entitlement), with no disqualifications and no more than 6 points for insurance purposes, as driving the company van will be required.

Working Hours & Pay:

*

Full-time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
*

Overtime available at enhanced rates - time and a half for Saturdays and double time for Sundays.
*

Salary to be reviewed upon successful appointment.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong work ethic and a background in grounds maintenance to join a respected team, carrying out meaningful work in a supportive environment.


Advertiser: Agency

Reference: CHMAG262

Posted on: 2025-11-12 18:27:41

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Grave Digger / Grounds Maintenance Operative
  £12.21 - £24.42 per hour + Plus Holiday Accrual and Benefits
  Maidstone, Kent
  temporary,full-time


We are currently recruiting for a Grave Digger / Grounds Maintenance Operative to join the team working across cemeteries within the Medway Towns area. This is a temporary position with an immediate start, and there is potential for permanent employment for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

*

Carrying out grave digging, including hand digs and backfills using manual and mechanical machinery.
*

Assisting with funeral preparations, including setting up grass matting and boards.
*

Performing general grounds maintenance such as mowing, strimming, pruning, planting, and weeding to maintain cemetery gardens.
*

Ensuring all work is completed safely and respectfully in line with health and safety regulations.

Requirements:

*

Previous grounds maintenance experience, ideally supported by a Lantra Award or equivalent certification.
*

Sound knowledge of health & safety guidelines.
*

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with good communication skills.
*

Full UK Driving Licence (ideally with C1+E entitlement), with no disqualifications and no more than 6 points for insurance purposes, as driving the company van will be required.

Working Hours & Pay:

*

Full-time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
*

Overtime available at enhanced rates - time and a half for Saturdays and double time for Sundays.
*

Salary to be reviewed upon successful appointment.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong work ethic and a background in grounds maintenance to join a respected team, carrying out meaningful work in a supportive environment.


Advertiser: Agency

Reference: CHMAG262

Posted on: 2025-11-12 18:27:41

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