Funeral Service Crew - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Funeral Service Crew - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £13.24 per hour plus benefits. Full time 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am 5pm. As part of this role you'll also be part of the on call rota evenings & weekends (1 week in every 6).

Location: Preston, PR2 2LQ.

Job Description: Help families say the perfect goodbye to loved ones as part of our funeral service crew. No previous experience required; training provided.

What you'll do

• Collect the deceased from a range of locations and scenarios in a professional and empathetic manner.
• Bear coffins on the day of the funeral and drive funeral vehicles.
• Maintain the cleanliness of equipment and facilities, including vehicles.
• Prepare coffins and engrave name plates.
• Prepare the deceased in our care for viewings and the funeral.
• Maintain client management applications daily, inputting detailed and timely information to keep records consistently updated.
• Safely lift, carry and move coffins following safe techniques, using handling aids and equipment and following health and safety guidance to prevent injuries.

What you'll bring

• A full UK manual driving licence.
• The ability to perform the physical aspects of the role (such as manual lifting) - appropriate training and equipment will be provided.
• Good IT skills and confidence to use a range of technology devices (computers, tablets, smartphones, printers, scanners) and ability to learn new applications and systems.
• The ability to react calmly and compassionately in emotional circumstances, with a sensitive and empathetic approach to customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, ensuring regulatory policies and processes are always followed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Excellent pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions.
• 30% off Co op branded products and 10% off other brands in our food stores year round.
• 23 days holidays (pro rated, rising with service).
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (confidential advice and support 24 h a day).
• Access to virtual GP and free eye tests.
• Endless career development opportunities, including apprenticeships.
• Friendly, supportive team that makes a huge difference to the community.
• Access to Stream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it.

Inclusivity

We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies. We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll support you.