Job Title: Supervisor (Ground Maintenance inc. Cemeteries/Crematoria)

Location: Moat Lane, Solihull, B91 2LW

Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week

Standard shift: 08:00 - 16:00 (30 min unpaid break)

Salary: £31,324

Grade: L4.R2

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. 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 we can offer you;

• 25 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

• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential 

• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household

• A company van for work and personal use..

What you'll be doing;

• HR management (absence management, investigations, disciplinaries)

• Manage and deliver on ground maintenance operations (including within cemeteries and crematoria)

• Manage and coordinate, with SMBC Bereavement Services, burial operations.

• Support health and wellbeing initiatives

• Represent the company at local authority and resident meetings

• Deliver employee inductions and maintain training records

• Oversee and maintain vehicle compliance

• Help manage transfer station and depot compliance

• Conduct crew inspections and monitor contract work

• Assisting in other service areas i.e. Waste, Street Cleansing and the HWRC as/if required.

What we're looking for;

Essential

• Full UK driving licence

• Experience with grounds maintenance equipment and machinery

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Knowledge of environmental legislation

• Experience in disciplinary investigations and absence monitoring

• Computer literacy

Desirable

• Experience in grounds maintenance contracts, ideally within cemeteries and crematoria.

• Horticultural qualification or equivalent practical experience (preferred)

• Recognised burials qualifications; ICCM COTS 

• PA1 & PA6 Certification 

• IOSH managing safety certification 

• Accident investigation experience (advantageous)

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.