Cemeteries and Crematorium Operative

North East Combined Authority; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

Job summary

Middlesbrough Council's Bereavement Services is seeking a dedicated Cemeteries and Crematorium Operative to join our team. The role is varied and rewarding, focusing on delivering high-quality services in a sensitive, customer-focused environment.

You will support burial and cremation services and help ensure our cemeteries and crematorium are maintained to the highest standards. The successful candidate will be flexible, reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Requires practical experience in a relevant area of work.
• Commitment to excellent customer service.
• Ability to deal sensitively with bereaved families and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of burial and cremation services.
• Help maintain cemeteries and the crematorium to high standards.
• Work as part of a professional team to provide a sensitive service.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility

Compassionate approach

Job description

We have an exciting role on offer within our Bereavement Services as a Cemeteries and Crematorium Operative.

We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate Cemeteries and Crematorium Operative to join Middlesbrough Council's Bereavement Services team.

This varied and rewarding role is ideal for someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality services and maintaining standards in a sensitive and customer-focused environment.

Working as part of a professional team, you will support the delivery of burial and cremation services while helping to ensure our cemeteries and crematorium are maintained to the highest standards.

The successful candidate will be flexible, reliable and able to work both independently and as part of a team. You will have practical experience in a relevant area of work, a commitment to excellent customer service and the ability to deal sensitively with bereaved families and visitors.

You’ll have the opportunity to develop specialist skills, contribute to an essential community service and make a meaningful difference to the people of Middlesbrough.

Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.