Cemeteries Team Leader at Veolia Environnement SA

Metropolitan Borough of Solihull, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Aug, 26

Salary

29203.2

Posted On

09 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Leadership, Cemetery Operations, Grave Preparation, Health And Safety Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Computer Literacy, Excavator Operation, Grounds Maintenance, Burial Regulations, Site Inspection, Quality Auditing, Stakeholder Management

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Ready to find the right role for you? Cemeteries Team Leader Location: Robinhood Cemetery, Streetsbrook Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 3NL Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week Standard shift: 07:30 - 16:00 (30 min unpaid break) Salary: £14.04 Per hour- Annually: £29,203.20 What we can offer you; 20 days of annual leave. Access to our people’s pension scheme. Free physiotherapy service. Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers. Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to. 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household. Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential. When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. With one of the largest growing fleets in the UK, our drivers are pivotal to delivering essential services. They work hard to serve their local communities and make a positive impact every day. Whether you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What you'll be doing; Lead and coordinate burial preparations and grave operations across all three cemetery sites Act as delegate for the Cemetery Supervisor during periods of absence Liaise proactively with Bereavement Services and SMBC authorised officers to manage dig orders and ensure timeline compliance Develop and maintain excellent day-to-day relationships with client officers, residents, funeral directors, and bereaved families Drive a robust safety culture, ensuring all personnel adhere to health and safety protocols at all times Conduct regular site inspections, quality audits, and spot checks across burial plots, grounds, and housekeeping Promote partnership working and uphold the professional reputation of the service at all times Foster a positive, accountable, and engaged team culture across all sites What we're looking for; Essential: Full UK driving licence ICCM COTS (Cemetery Operatives Training Scheme) certification — or willingness to obtain within 6 months of appointment Strong interpersonal and communication skills Computer literacy for basic reporting and administration Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions Desirable: Experience in a team leadership or supervisory role Experience in cemetery operations and grave preparation Experience operating excavators and relevant plant equipment Previous grounds maintenance operations experience Knowledge of burial regulations and procedures IOSH Managing Safely qualification First Aid or Mental Health First Aid certification What’s next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Ready to see the world as we do? Who is Veolia? Where other people see waste, our community here at Veolia see opportunity. We’re determined to push for ecological transformation through waste, water and energy, and are committed to getting the tough jobs done. And most importantly, we see the potential of every member of our team, and are giving them the chance to realise it with us. Whether it’s their potential, their commitment or their impact, we see it all. And with our values being community spirit, responsibility, innovation, customer focus and respect they keep us focused on those who matter – all 14,000+ of our employees, our customers and our communities too.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate burial preparations and grave operations across three cemetery sites while acting as a delegate for the Cemetery Supervisor. Manage relationships with bereavement services, funeral directors, and families while driving a robust safety culture.