Funeral Service Crew – Driver & On-Call Specialist

Co-op; Wellwood; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on Co-op products & services

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 is seeking a Funeral Service Crew member in Dunfermline on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves preparing, transporting and caring for the deceased with professionalism, while joining a supportive team and on-call rota.

No prior funeral industry experience is required as full training is provided, along with a competitive salary, pension, and staff discounts. You will work 37.5 hours weekly, Monday to Friday, with a day-to-day focus on dignity and service.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK manual driving licence.
• Ability to perform the physical aspects of the role.
• Good IT skills and comfort with devices.
• Ability to react calmly and compassionately in emotional situations.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to policies.

Responsibilities

• Collect the deceased from various locations in a professional and empathetic manner.
• 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 systems with timely, accurate records.
• Safely lift, carry and move coffins using safe techniques and aids.

Skills

Full UK manual driving licence

Physical fitness

IT skills

Empathy & customer service

Attention to detail

Job description

Co-op is seeking a Funeral Service Crew member in Dunfermline on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves preparing, transporting and caring for the deceased with professionalism, while joining a supportive team and on-call rota.

No prior funeral industry experience is required as full training is provided, along with a competitive salary, pension, and staff discounts. You will work 37.5 hours weekly, Monday to Friday, with a day-to-day focus on dignity and service.