Job Description

Celebration of Life is a leading provider of direct cremation funerals across Great Britain.

We are seeking a professional, well-presented, and reliable Funeral Operative to join our team. This role involves extensive travel across England and Wales and requires a calm, caring, and highly organised individual with strong long-distance driving experience.

While previous experience within the funeral industry is desirable, it is not essential, as full on-the-job training will be provided to support you in the role.

Salary & Hours

30,000 basic salary + overtime Contracted 10 hours per day, 4 days per week (Mon-Fri) Paid for the full 10 hours even if you finish early Overtime expected, paid at 14.42 per hour

Key Duties

Start and finish at our mortuary in Tamworth Drive a private ambulance to collect deceased from hospitals, coroners, and funeral directors across England and Wales Typically, around 400 miles per day driving Early starts and occasional overnight routes Mortuary duties including preparation, encoffining, equipment use Vehicle preparation and cleanliness Accurate paperwork completion Delivering ashes and transfers to crematoriums Delivering ashes to families Working alone or with other funeral operatives and third parties

Requirements

Full training will be provided, though previous experience as a funeral operative is desirable it is not essential Proven long-distance driving experience DBS check required for the role Full UK driving licence (max 6 points, no disqualifications. 1 year) Professional, caring approach when dealing with families Organised and responsible Ability to commute to Tamworth daily

What We Offer

Work mobile phone All required equipment and PPE Full professional uniform (suitable clothing required initially) Company pension On-site parking Regular 1:1s, team meetings and catch-ups Company sick pay after 12 months of service
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Sick pay
Experience:

Long Distance Driving: 1 year (required)
Work Location: On the road