Trainee Funeral Service Operator

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local funeral service provider in Belfast is seeking a Trainee Funeral Service Operator. This role involves guiding families through the funeral process, providing emotional support, and ensuring diligent handling of all arrangements with professionalism. Candidates will receive comprehensive training in various aspects of funeral service operations while working up to 25 hours per week. The ideal candidate should possess good English communication skills and be confident with Microsoft Office. Salary ranges from £7.55 to £12.21 per hour based on age and experience.

Responsibilities

• Learning safe procedures for transferring and presenting the deceased.
• Training in the setup of funeral venues and service logistics.
• Gaining experience in maintaining and presenting vehicles.
• Developing skills in maintaining chapels of rest.

Skills

Good written and verbal English

Confidence with Microsoft Office

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: O'NEILL'S FUNERAL DIRECTORS LTDWe are seeking a Trainee Funeral Service Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for guiding families through the funeral process, providing support during a difficult time, and ensuring that all arrangements are handled with the utmost professionalism and care. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.As a Trainee Funeral Service Operator, you will gain practical and hands-on experience of tasks including deceased care and handling, funeral service preparation and support, vehicle operation and procession management and facility presentation and chapel maintenance.You will receive the following:-A comprehensive induction and task-specific training.-Direct supervision and mentoring by experienced team members.-Regular progress reviews and feedback sessions.-Additional support or external training where required to ensure competence and confidence in each skill area.

Responsibilities

• Deceased Care and Handling - Learning safe and dignified procedures for transferring, preparing, and presenting the deceased, in compliance with health, safety, and dignity standards.
• Funeral Service Preparation and Support - Training in the setup of funeral venues, arranging floral tributes, preparing coffins and equipment, and assisting with service logistics.
• Vehicle Operation and Procession Management - Gaining experience in maintaining and presenting funeral vehicles, assisting with funeral processions, route planning, and cortege coordination.
• Facility Presentation and Chapel Maintenance - Developing skills in maintaining the cleanliness and readiness of chapels of rest.

Skills and Qualifications

• Good written and verbal English for health & safety purposes.
• Confidence with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel and Outlook).

Further Information

The Employer is: O'NEILL'S FUNERAL DIRECTORS LTDJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information.Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Job Sector Security and General Area Belfast Location Belfast Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 2 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 09/12/2025 Closing date 19/01/2026 Worktime Days to be confirmed, hours between 9am - 2pm