Job Description To apply for this position, please click the “Click here to apply” link below. This will direct you to Stirling Council’s new recruitment portal, Oracle. If you are using the Stirling Council Oracle for the first time, you will need to register. Click here to apply Stirling Council’s Cemeteries team are looking for an apprentice to learn the dual roles of a cemeteries operative and monumental technician. You must have a genuine ability to work within a very sensitive environment, learning about the delivery of an internment service, general maintenance of cemeteries and supporting members of the public. The monumental technician side of the role, you will work on activities including the memorial survey and repair programme, learning how to carry out repairs using traditional methods, such as lime mortar. As an Apprentice, you will undertake a bespoke training package including a Monumental Technician National Progress Award, Cemetery Operations Professional Development Award, training in Making & Using Traditional Mortars, Excavator licence, Emergency first aid and be willing to undertake any other training relevant to the role. You must enjoy working outdoors and be prepared to work in all weather conditions and be adaptable. Job Description Salary Additional Information Stirling Information - February 2025 The Benefits 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years continuous service) Flexible working including hybrid office/work from home arrangements. Our colleagues are encouraged to work flexibly as we know that busy lives don’t always fit around a traditional working pattern, if you need flexibility to complete your role just let us know and we will do our upmost to help you to invest in your career with us while balancing other aspects of your life. Biennial incremental progression until top of your payscale is reached Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. For further details visit https://www.scotlgpsmember.org/about-the-lgps/ Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay dependent on length of service Carers Leave Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave Access to Health & Wellbeing support Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development Cycle to Work Scheme Lift share Scheme Car Lease Scheme Technology Benefit Scheme Requirements You will be 18-24 years old and be able to demonstrate an enthusiasm for this role and have a commitment to learn. As this is opportunity is an Apprenticeship and candidates between 20-29 years old may be eligible for enhanced funding if you have a disability or are care experienced. If you’ve got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.