Compassionate Funeral Service Driver & Crew

Co-Op Company; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

30% off Co-op products

23 days holidays pro rata

Pension with up to 10% employer

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP and eye tests

Career development opportunities

Stream pay app access

Job summary

Co-op Funeralcare is seeking a Funeral Service Crew member in Liverpool to support preparation, transportation and care of the deceased with professionalism and empathy. The role offers full training, a flexible on-call rota and benefits including pension and staff discounts.

The position is part-time (20 hours/week) with shifts between 8am and 8pm, and requires a full UK manual driving licence. No prior funeral experience is necessary as training is provided.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence required.
• Ability to perform physical aspects of the role (lifting).
• Good IT skills and ability to use range of devices.
• Ability to react calmly and compassionately in emotional circumstances.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to policies.

Responsibilities

• Collect the deceased from various locations professionally and empathetically.
• Bear coffins on the day of the funeral and drive funeral vehicles.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and facilities, including vehicles.
• Prepare coffins and engrave name plates.
• Prepare the deceased for viewings and the funeral.
• Maintain client management applications with timely, accurate records.
• Safely lift and move coffins using correct techniques and safety guidance.

Skills

Driving licence

Physical stamina

IT skills

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

Co-op Funeralcare is seeking a Funeral Service Crew member in Liverpool to support preparation, transportation and care of the deceased with professionalism and empathy. The role offers full training, a flexible on-call rota and benefits including pension and staff discounts.

The position is part-time (20 hours/week) with shifts between 8am and 8pm, and requires a full UK manual driving licence. No prior funeral experience is necessary as training is provided.