Grave Digging Operative

Manpower • Warwick, England • Posted July 15, 2026

Position Overview

Grave Digging Operative
Location: Warwick
Hourly Rate: £13
Contract type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Grave Digger to join the Cemetery Services team in Warwick. In this role, you will be responsible for a range of tasks including the preparation, excavation and backfilling of graves as well as overseeing the general maintenance of the cemetery grounds, ensuring they remain tidy, well-kept and respectful for visitors and loved ones. Your work will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the cemetery, whilst upholding professionalism, dignity and care for the environment at all times.

Requirements

  • Experience with cemetery work, grave digging and burial processes, with formal burial training.
  • A COTS (Cemetery Operatives Training Scheme) certification is beneficial but all t...