The Role

Horizon Cremation is seeking an enthusiastic Grounds-person to join the team at Cannock Chase Crematorium. The role involves planning and undertaking gardening so the grounds are a beautiful setting in which people will want to linger.   This will involve erecting memorials and undertaking horticultural duties in the gardens and grounds.

About Horizon

Horizon Cremation Limited is building a new generation of crematoria delivering the highest levels of customer care in beautiful facilities.   We build carefully considered buildings and employ compassionate people so we can provide the best possible service at a time of distress.   Cannock Chase Crematorium is our Third facility.

About You

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have 3 years grounds maintenance and green space management experience.
• Demonstrate skills and knowledge of professional grounds maintenance and landscaping, operational safety, and best practice.
• Demonstrate skills and knowledge of maintaining gardening equipment and machinery.
• An interest in wildlife.
• A passion for delivering high quality horticultural services which are sympathetic to our user’s needs.
• Have strong organisational skills and the ability to plan work effectively within the resources available.
• Take pleasure and pride in delivering excellent customer service.
• Have practical skills and a creative approach to problem solving.
• Show empathy and compassion in emotional situations.
• Have a flexible ‘can do’ approach and be willing to learn whatever skills are required to make our team successful.
• Have a desire to build strong working relationships with your team members.
• Demonstrate close attention to detail.
• Show professionalism and integrity in all your interactions.
• A willingness to work some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance of gardens, lawns, and other landscaped areas.
• Irrigate plants and manage watering systems to ensure optimal growth.
• Utilise power tools and hand tools effectively for various landscaping tasks.
• Assist in planting, pruning, and caring for flowers, shrubs, and trees.
• Maintain cleanliness of outdoor areas by removing debris and litter.
• Maintain and build memorial gardens.
• Erect memorials.
• Monitor plant health and identify any issues related to pests or diseases.
• Collaborate with the team to design and implement new memorial landscaping projects.
• Keep records of maintenance activities and report any equipment issues.
• This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive

Qualifications

• Proven experience in grounds-keeping or landscape maintenance is essential.
• Horticulture qualification.
• Knowledge of gardening techniques, including irrigation methods and plant care.
• Familiarity with using power tools such as lawnmowers, trimmers, and blowers etc.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail with a passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces.
• Good physical fitness with the ability to lift heavy objects as required.
• A valid driver’s licence may be advantageous for transporting equipment.

Join us in creating stunning landscapes that enhance our Fair Lady Memorial Gardens and grounds.

Please send an e-mail and covering letter to info@cannockcrematorium.co.uk