Overview
Crawley Borough Council operates two cemeteries and 20 allotment sites. Little Trees Cemetery is on the southern boundary of the town near Pease Pottage and Snell Hatch Cemetery, with allotment sites throughout the town.
Responsibilities
* Support the Allotments Officer in the upkeep and maintenance of allotment sites as part of a small team responsible for the day-to-day operation of both cemetery sites.
* Duties at allotment sites include: strimming, grass cutting, and clearance of plots.
* Duties at the cemeteries include: marking out, digging, preparing and back-filling graves, and maintaining the high-quality landscaped grounds.
Requirements
Proven experience of using plant machinery, hedge cutters, strimmers and ride-on mowers, together with a full and current UK driving licence (category B). The role requires the use of a small 360‑degree digger and a small dumper; candidates should be experienced or certificated to operate, or be willing to train and pass certification within six months of the start date. Strong verbal communication skills and a high degree of emotional intelligence and empathy are required to interact appropriately with customers and the public.
Benefits and working arrangements
Opportunity to be part of a dedicated team providing cemetery and allotment provision, with good working conditions and a pension scheme. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Additional information
* Roster to cover weekend and bank holiday burials as part of a standby rota for Saturday burials (category C); additional payment.
* A full and current UK driving licence (category B) is a requirement.
* Satisfactory clearance of a basic DBS check is a condition of employment.
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