REQUIRED KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

· Able to carry out a physically demanding job, involving lifting heavy objects and remaining on your feet for long periods of time in various weather conditions.
· Trained and experienced in using a ride on lawn mower, hand lawn mower, hedge strimmer, powered hand tools and other horticultural machinery safely and professionally.
· Knowledge of plants and gardening techniques.
· Ability to follow instructions and guidance from other more senior members of staff and management and shows initiative, in particular with regards to the development and enhancement of the grounds.
· Pro-actively seeks to obtain the information required to do the job. Passes on accurate and timely information including reporting necessary repairs or needing tools and / or equipment.
· Remains positive and proactive at all times.
· Works well in a team, helping and supporting each other.
· Anticipates and responds to the needs of the Company and its customers, looking for and using opportunities to exceed customer expectations and ensuring consistent quality in all their dealings with employees and customers.
· Demonstrates excellent timekeeping and attendance.
· At all times behaves, dresses and acts in a manner befitting the position held and the nature of the company’s business, including demonstrating compassion and patience with mourners.
· Takes ownership of their own Training and Development and partakes in any training deemed necessary by the line manager or management. Supports the training and development of apprentices, work experience students and new staff when required.
It is a requirement of this role that you will undertake the FBCA Cremator Technician training and assessment. The training will be provided by and paid for by the Company and requires an ability to undertake some manual handling and heavy lifting.

DESIRABLE SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

· Trained, experienced and certified to use a ride on lawn mower, tractor, Golf Buggy, Gator, Pesticides, petrol hand lawn mower, hedge strimmer, powered hand tools and other horticultural machinery safely and professionally.
Candidates who are not certified in the above will need to undertake and pass training in these areas.

PURPOSE

To be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the Crematorium and Cemetery gardens under the supervision and guidance of more senior members of the team. Demonstrating initiative in the development and enhancement of the grounds ensuring that a professional image of the site and Company are always promoted.