Funeral Operative

We are currently looking on behalf of our client, a funeral directorship based in Essex.

Responsibilities

Collection of the deceased from the place of death and bringing them into the care of our funeral home.Sometimes this will occur out of hours and thus you will be part of our rota on-call team.
Receiving and preparing coffins
Ensuring all funeral service vehicles are clean and prepared for each funeral
Driving the hearse or limousines and carrying the coffin from the hearse into the crematorium, churchyard
or other place of rest.
Assist and support the relatives and friends through the ceremony
Preparation and presentation of the deceased
Participating in the out of hours rota system to cover removals. Details will be discussed at interview.
Maintaining accurate records as required either in writing or using a computer.
Cleaning public areas, mortuary and workshops on a daily basis to maintain our high standard of hygieneand cleanliness

Monday to Friday 8.30 am 5.00 pm

Experience preferable but not necessarily essential as full training will be provided.