Funeral Transport & Care Technician

CO-OP; Chichester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30% off Co-op branded products

23 days holidays (pro rata)

Pension with up to 10% employer contr.

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP and eye tests

Career development opportunities

Stream money management app

Job summary

Co-op Funeralcare is seeking a compassionate Funeralcare Driver to join our team in the United Kingdom. You will collect the deceased, transport them in our funeral vehicles, and assist with preparation and viewings with professionalism and respect.

The role requires a full UK manual driving licence, physical capability, and the willingness to train. You will work with a supportive team and benefit from a competitive salary, a solid pension, and discounts on Co-op products.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence required.
• Ability to perform physical lifting and handling of coffins.
• Excellent communication and empathetic customer service.
• Willingness to undergo full training and safeguarding checks.
• Good IT skills and adaptability to new systems.

Responsibilities

• Collect the deceased from a range of locations 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 information to keep records updated.
• Safely lift, carry and move coffins using appropriate techniques and safety guidance.

Skills

Full UK manual driving licence

Empathy & customer service

Attention to detail

IT skills

Team player

Job description

Co-op Funeralcare is seeking a compassionate Funeralcare Driver to join our team in the United Kingdom. You will collect the deceased, transport them in our funeral vehicles, and assist with preparation and viewings with professionalism and respect.

The role requires a full UK manual driving licence, physical capability, and the willingness to train. You will work with a supportive team and benefit from a competitive salary, a solid pension, and discounts on Co-op products.