Job Title: Grounds Operative / Grave Digger Location: Across the London Borough of Croydon Employer: Adecco (recruiting on behalf of the London Borough of Croydon) Adecco are currently recruiting for a Grounds Operative / Grave Digger on behalf of the London Borough of Croydon. This is a hands-on, physically demanding role supporting the cemeteries team across three sites within the borough. You will assist with grave preparation and maintenance, ensuring services are carried out respectfully, safely and to a high standard. Contract Details Contract Type: Temporary Pay Rate: £17.59 per hour PAYE or £23.24 per hour Umbrella Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm Location: Travelling across the Borough of Croydon About the Role You will work as part of the cemeteries team across the following locations: Mitcham Road Cemetery Queens Road Cemetery Greenlawns Memorial Park (Warlingham) The role covers all aspects of grave preparation, including: Initial grave digging Supporting excavation works Backfilling and reinstatement of graves Assisting the team with general cemetery ground works Operating machinery where required This is an outdoor role in all weather conditions, requiring a high level of physical fitness and the ability to follow instructions carefully and respectfully. Requirements To be considered for this role, you must: Be physically fit and able to undertake manual outdoor work Be comfortable working in all weather conditions Hold a Full UK Driving Licence Be confident driving large vans (with trailers desirable) Be able to follow clear instructions and work to schedules Be willing to travel across Croydon cemeteries using a council vehicle Desirable Skills The following experience would be advantageous but is not essential: 360° excavator experience Experience operating a dumper Grounds maintenance or similar outdoor manual work Additional Information A council vehicle will be provided for work travel. Successful candidates will be required to undertake and pass a Council driving assessment. If you are reliable, physically fit and looking for a hands-on role working outdoors, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to be considered. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser