Funeral Service Crew

Funeral Service Crew - £13.24 per hour plus benefits. Part time: 18.75 hrs or 15 hrs per week, working various shifts, Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. As part of this role you will also be on the on call rota including weekends and evenings. Location: Warrington, WA2 7LW.

You need a full manual UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence.
• Ability to perform the physical aspects of the role (manual lifting); training and equipment will be provided.
• Good IT skills and confidence to use a range of technology devices - computers, tablets, smartphones, printers and scanners - and the ability to learn and effectively use new applications and systems.
• 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 adhered to.

Benefits

Benefits include 30% off Co op branded products and 10% off other brands in food stores year round, and discounts on other Co op products and services. 23 holiday days (pro rata, rising with service). A pension with up to 10% employer contributions. Access to the Employee Assistance Programme offering 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 and the knowledge that you make a huge difference to your community. Access to Stream. A money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it.