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Perform regular maintenance tasks such as grass cutting, edging, planting and weeding in accordance with a schedule provided by the Supervisor.
* Ensuring that the Council owned raised beds, planters, flower beds and bushes are tended and trimmed to prevent weeds and overgrowth in accordance with a schedule provided by the Supervisor.
* Maintaining all Council owned planters and pots, notably, at the cemetery in accordance with a schedule provided by the Supervisor.
* Walking the cemeterys external perimeter, pathways, driveways and memorial areas and other Council sites removing litter in accordance with a schedule provided by the Supervisor.
* Working in adverse weather conditions, such as snow and ice, to ensure the Council sites are safe.
* Conduct seasonal maintenance activities such as leaf removal, snow clearing, border maintenance and hedge cutting as necessary.
Grave Preparation And Maintenance
* Conduct excavation, backfilling and levelling of graves in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines.
* Coordinate with funeral directors and families to ensure smooth and respectful burial ceremonies.
Equipment Maintenance
* Maintaining a full record of grounds equipment held, checking and updating the record on a regular basis and advising the Supervisor of any renewal necessary of such items.
* Maintaining mechanical equipment and tools and, in consultation with the Supervisor making appropriate arrangements for the servicing of equipment.
* Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to the Supervisor and Parish Clerk promptly.
* Assist with the upkeep of storage areas and workshops to ensure cleanliness and organisation.
The Cemetery Operative may be directed to undertake other tasks for general maintenance when weather conditions make the performance of normal duties impossible.
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