Your new company Southend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the council''s vision of being part of a modern, vibrant coastal city that values its heritage. Southend itself is a vibrant place to live and work, offering coastal living alongside excellent and fast transport links into London.Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovative environment. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from regulatory services, transport, public health, and parks through to planning, social services, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.Your new role As Service Manager - Grounds Maintenance and Bereavement Services, you will support the Head of Service in ensuring that services are delivered in a holistic, efficient and consistent way. You will lead, develop and manage the Bereavement Service ensuring that all legal and statutory requirements related to the Cemetery and Crematorium are adhered to and strictly observed. You will also lead, direct and manage th