Crematorium Technician

Crematorium Technician

£27,711-£30,060 Pay award pending

Full time – 37 hours a week

Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make it thrive.

About the role

The Bereavement Services Team are looking for an organised person to support them in providing a sensitive, compassionate and efficient burial, cremation and memorial service.

You will be based at Rainsbrook Crematorium in Rugby and will be responsible for ensuring that all cremations are carried out with dignity and respect and in accordance with current regulations.

This is a varied role where you’ll be undertaking a wide range of tasks including grounds maintenance, memorial safety checks, cremating, chapel duties and some administration tasks

The role will require you to be able to work additional hours dictated by the needs of the service, which will include some Saturday mornings and weekday evenings

About you

Do you have a caring and sympathetic nature to deal with bereaved families at a sensitive time, are you able to work as part of a dedicated team to ensure that the highest standards of care are achieved?

We’re looking for a flexible, well-motivated self-starter who possesses excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to bereaved families.

Previous experience in a similar role would be an advantage however all relevant training will be provided to the successful applicant. Please note that the position requires a good level of physical fitness and a Full UK Driving License.

Benefits

35 days annual leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas)
Generous Local Government Pension Scheme
Annual leave purchase scheme
Subsidised parking
Structured Induction Program
Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes
Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals
Family Friendly Policies
Independent Support for your health & wellbeing
Generous compassionate leave
Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and more