Funeral Service Team Member - Ballard & Shortall, Burgess Hill

Full-time, Competitive Salary

We are looking for a Funeral Service Team Member to join our team based in Burgess Hill on a full-time basis and with a competitive salary.

The job description has been provided below. For more information please contact Emma Packer, People Team & Training Assistant emma.packer@cpjfield.co.uk

Job Description

The aim of this position is to:

To provide support to funeral directors providing funeral services from the offices of C.P.J. Field & Co.
To be well presented, efficient and helpful in all matters concerned with the provision of funeral services in order that the reputation of the business is maintained at all times.
The post holder is required to work flexibly, in a tight-knit team environment. It may be necessary to assist, or cover for, other staff from time to time.

The key responsibilities for this position are as follows:

Attendance at funerals, including driving vehicles and bearing coffins on the shoulder.
Removal of the deceased from their place of death to our premises in a seemly and dignified manner.
Checking and maintaining the mortuary register.
Ensure the immaculate appearance of all company vehicles at all times.
Collection and preparation of coffins prior to funerals including fitting out and engraving nameplates.
Preparation of the deceased for presentation in the Chapel of Rest.
To attend both day time and out of hours removals.
To prepare graves and plots for ashes interments, including the removal and replacement of memorial tablets.
To maintain office cover on an at-need basis.
Willing and able to assist with any other duties which arise on a day to day basis which enhance the service and presentation of the Company.
Keeping all premises clean and tidy specific areas for attention are- The mortuary areas, preparation rooms, fridge areas, the chapels, the workshops, the arranging offices, reception areas, and upstairs offices.
General maintenance to include- Basic decorating, changing, light bulbs etc.
You will, in addition to the above, be required to participate in a 24-hour call-out system in accordance with the local rota agreements for which you will receive an additional payment.
Plus other duties consistent with the grade as directed.