Careers

Job Role: Headstone Technician

Area: South West & Midlands

Posted: 16 January 2025

Join our dynamic and expanding team, where there’s room for growth and progression. As a Headstone Technician, your work will not only preserve the dignity of resting places but also bring peace and comfort to families by maintaining their loved ones’ memorials with the utmost care and precision.

Position Overview:

The Headstone Technician is responsible for maintaining and preserving headstones and memorial sites. This role focuses on cleaning, restoring, and ensuring the upkeep of headstones and their surroundings to provide families with a respectful and well-maintained resting place for their loved ones. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, confident in using a range of tools and techniques, and takes pride in delivering a high standard of service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean headstones using non-abrasive methods, specialized equipment, and cleaning agents.

• Remove moss, lichen, dirt, and stains to restore the headstone’s original appearance.

• Renew lettering using techniques such as gilding, repainting, and other restoration methods to enhance readability.

• Apply protective treatments to prevent weathering and environmental damage.

• Weed and tidy the area around headstones and memorials.

• Maintain the surrounding landscaping, including trimming grass and clearing debris.

Tools and Safety:

• Confidently use personal protective equipment (PPE) and hand tools for restoration work.

• Operate cleaning and restoration tools safely and effectively.

• Follow health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.

• Communicate with clients to understand specific care or restoration needs.

• Provide updates, including before-and-after photos of work completed.

• Offer guidance on the best practices for maintaining memorials over time.

• Maintain detailed records of services performed, including materials used and time spent.

• Document the condition of headstones before and after work for client records.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in stonework, restoration, or related fields (preferred but not essential).

• Proficiency in techniques such as gilding, lettering renewal, and surface restoration.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.

• Physical fitness and the ability to lift heavy objects.

• Confidence using PPE and hand tools.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Sensitivity and professionalism when dealing with bereaved families.

• Knowledge of relevant health and safety practices.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Annual salary of £30,000.

• 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Opportunities for career progression in a fast-growing business.

• Flexible working hours and a supportive team environment.

• Comprehensive training and opportunities for professional development.

Work Environment:

• Primarily outdoor work at cemeteries or memorial gardens.

• Exposure to varying weather conditions.

• May require travel between multiple sites.

If you are interested in applying for this position please email us a covering letter and your CV to info@graveclean.co.uk.

Job Role: Office Administrator

Area: Gloucestershire 

Posted: 16 January 2025

Join our dynamic and expanding team, where there’s room for growth and progression. As a Headstone Technician, your work will not only preserve the dignity of resting places but also bring peace and comfort to families by maintaining their loved ones’ memorials with the utmost care and precision.

Position Overview:

The Office Administrator plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the office. This role involves managing administrative tasks, coordinating office activities, and providing support to team members. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking in a dynamic work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily office operations, including filing, data entry, and record keeping.

• Answer phone calls, respond to emails, and handle correspondence.

• Maintain office supplies by ordering and replenishing stock as needed.

• Organize and schedule meetings, appointments, and events.

• Coordinate team calendars and ensure seamless communication between departments.

• Prepare agendas and take minutes for meetings.

• Serve as the first point of contact for clients, visitors, and vendors.

• Address inquiries and resolve issues promptly and professionally.

• Assist with client onboarding and follow-up communications.

• Assist with basic financial tasks, such as invoicing, expense tracking, and budget monitoring.

• Maintain accurate records for financial reporting.

• Draft, edit, and format documents, reports, and presentations.

• Ensure all records are up-to-date, organized, and securely stored.

• Oversee the cleanliness and organization of the office space.

• Liaise with building management and service providers for maintenance or repairs.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience in an administrative or office-based role (preferred).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and other office tools.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Familiarity with basic financial or bookkeeping tasks (desirable).

Compensation and Benefits:

• Annual salary of £23,000.

• 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

• Supportive team environment with a focus on work-life balance.

• Modern, well-equipped office space.

Work Environment:

• Work from home role with flexible working hours.

• Friendly and collaborative work culture.

• Opportunity to contribute to a growing and dynamic team.

If you are interested in applying for this position please email us a covering letter and your CV to info@graveclean.co.uk.