Job Description

The Role

As a Funeral Directors Operative and Driver with William Purves, you will have the opportunity to provide a truly distinct service at the highest standards of professionalism, care, and service to our communities.

We are looking for a person who embodies our core values of compassion, dedication, integrity, and respect to assist Funeral Directors to conduct funeral services, drive funeral vehicles in cortege, help maintain our vehicles and provide a 24 hour service (on call as part of a rota system).

This role is based in our Bruntsfield head office and Loanhead Garage and covers Edinburgh and the Lothians.

Job description

Be responsible for the safe carriage of our families to and from the funeral service, in a timely manner.

Ensure the funeral fleet is presented to the highest standards of appearance, including regular valet and maintenance.

Assist the Funeral Directors in all funeral duties required to fulfil client's instruction.

Develop and maintain business relationships with external parties such as clergy, florists and crematoria staff.

Assist in the identification, removal and transport of the deceased in a dignified, caring and compassionate manner.

Participate in an on call rota to maintain a 24 hour service.

Please note that this role includes regular manual handling as part of a 2 person lifting team and using lifting aids.

Personal values and attributes

A kind, caring and compassionate nature.

Effective communicator and the ability to quickly and naturally establish meaningful relationships with clients and various stakeholders.

Previous experience in a customer facing role.

Excellent attention to detail.

Highly organised with the ability to successfully multi-task and prioritise workload, manage own time effectively and take ownership of projects and tasks.

Awareness of client confidentiality, information security and data protection.

- A valid driving licence essential -

a assessment will be part of the recruitment process.

Salary and benefits offered

Salary 26,780

8% employer pension contribution

Financial Counselling

Group life assurance

33 days annual leave

Day off on your birthday

Cycle to work scheme

Professional and personal development training opportunities

Uniform provided

Workplace social events

The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and friendly team

About us

William Purves has been guiding and supporting families through bereavement for five generations. Providing the highest standard of professionalism and a truly distinct service, our business is driven by core values of compassion, dedication, integrity, and respect. The 'William Purves family' today comprises over 100 staff and operates throughout Scotland and across Northumberland.

Additional Information

If your application is successful, we will perform background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include a Level 1 Disclosure and adverse media checks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,780.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Sick pay
Experience:

Driving: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person