Job Description

To apply for this position please visit www.louthtowncouncil.gov.uk to download an application pack.

Main Purpose:

To be responsible for duties associated with the burial of the dead and cremated remains within the cemetery and maintenance of other land and assets of Louth Town Council.

Main Activities

(this is not intended to be an exhaustive list):

To carry out duties in a safe manner and in accordance with the Council's methods of work. To maintain good relationships with clergy, funeral directors, other staff, mourners and visitors to the cemetery and preserve an appropriate and dignified attitude at all times. To supervise and be responsible for the work of the Cemetery/Maintenance Team, Enforced Volunteers and Contractors. To liaise with Funeral Directors, Ministers of Religion and Memorial Masons and provide them with information, assistance and direction as necessary. To assist members of the public with grave and memorial identification and other queries, in a sensitive and appropriate manner. To ensure graves are excavated observing good practice and all prescribed Health and Safety practices. To mark and prepare graves for funeral services in accordance with Council procedures including the updating of associated cemetery records and forms.
Be responsible for ensuring the Council's burial duties and procedures are fulfilled

To ensure that the cemetery is maintained to the appropriate standard at all times. To ensure that following funerals all grave filling and tidying is appropriately and sympathetically undertaken To be responsible for machinery, plant and vehicles and ensure that equipment operates correctly and in accordance with Health and Safety Procedures To supervise and undertake grass cutting, waste collection, path clearing, hedge cutting, cleaning, winter maintenance, inspections or any other required maintenance work in accordance with the Council's specifications and methods of work, at the cemetery or at other locations in and around Louth. To monitor memorial stones (headstones, tablets etc) and the placing, recording and monitoring of memorials (plaques, vase blocks, etc.) as required. To liaise with Memorial Masons to ensure that memorial stones are correctly and safely placed and are in accordance with granted permissions. To ensure toilet and other facilities are maintained in a clean and hygienic state liaising with cleaning contractor as required. To supervise and carry out miscellaneous improvement works including but not limited to fencing, painting, plumbing, electrical repairs, mechanical repairs, carpentry, maintenance of benches, bus shelters and notice boards within the Cemetery, Hubbard's Hills, Sessions House and at other locations owned by Louth Town Council. To assist with installation of new appliances, fixtures and equipment as required. To regularly inspect facilities, identify issues and perform necessary repairs/maintenance. To maintain records as required including both written and computerised data. To undertake training and gain certification as required by the job from time to time. Drive Council vehicles To assist as required with Town Council functions and events. To participate in Performance, Review and Development meetings To undertake any other duties as considered appropriate to the post, which may be assigned by the Town Clerk. Due to the nature of this position, the post holder may be required to work occasional evenings/weekends and/or bank holidays sometimes at short notice.

All employees will ensure that they;

Take care of their own safety and that of others. Ensure that products, plant, equipment, vehicles and buildings are not damaged, beyond expected wear and tear. Comply with health and safety procedures and instructions. Will not neglect, misuse, damage anything provided in the interest of health and safety. Assist by recording and reporting to their Line Manager any hazard, accident, damage or defect in order that remedial action may be undertaken. Undergo any training or instruction to enable them to work competently and safely. Wear relevant protective clothing as provided.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 29,064.00-34,434.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/10/2025