At Dignity, we are proud to work in a unique industry. We succeed by helping people through difficult times with compassion, respect, openness and care.
We service families. We act with integrity. We celebrate life. Whilst we deal with death, we have an immense appreciation for the beauty of life, and we care deeply for our clients and communities. This wouldn’t be possible without our people who deliver this service second to none at our site locations across the UK and we hope we have your next career move!
Business Leader Amy Groves is looking to recruit a dedicated and compassionate individual to join her team as a Cremator Technician at Grenoside Crematorium, serving the local community of Sheffield.
Interested in finding out more?...
This is a full time permanent role working 40 hours per week with an annual salary of £26,416.00 Standard working hours are Monday - Friday 10:00am - 19:00pm however, the successful candidate will have the flexibility to work 5 out of 7 days per week (occasional Saturdays) during the hours of 07:00am - 19:00pm when needed.
The role will provide the opportunity to become trained as a Cremator Technician, allowing you to gain certification in the handling of our ancillary equipment.
As Cremator Technician, the priority will be to maintain a high-quality environment that will give clients and visitors a sense of tranquillity, reflect excellent standards of care and sensitivity, and ensure the safe handling of all our gas-fired and/or electric cremators and ancillary equipment.
Further duties will include:
- Operating cremators and ancillary equipment in accordance with manufacturers' guidelines (Full Training will be provided for this).
- Ensuring the safe custody of cremated remains left in the care of the Crematorium.
- Keeping a log of records on the computer to comply with the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
- Logging of repairs and maintenance to ensure that the cremators and ancillary equipment are maintained to the highest standard.
- Keeping stock records of poly urns and assisting in the keeping of other records by computer.
- Ensuring Crematory and associated rooms must be kept clean and clear of hazards at all times.
- Following the Code of Cremation Practice (FBCA) are ahered to.
What do we look for?
- Willing to attend a Cremator Technicians training course (Essential).
- Hold a Full UK Driving License - Driving will be a part of this role for training and covering workloads at local crematoriums (mileage will be paid for).
- Committed to providing excellent client service at all times.
- Is comfortable with manual handling tasks.
- Excellent attention to detail is (Essential).
- Good communication skills.
- Have the willingness to be multi-skilled in different areas of the business.
What are the next steps?
If you are interested in learning more about Dignity Plc, please feel free to visit our website at https://www.dignityfunerals.co.uk/crematoria-and-cemeteries/.
Alternatively, to be considered for this role, please submit your application via the ‘apply’ button, where a member of our resourcing team will review your application. Be one of the first to receive details on all our latest vacancies and register your preferences for job alerts here. Dignity Plc retains the right to close this vacancy early without prior notification, so it is advisable to complete your application at the earliest opportunity.
Please note that this role is subject to meeting regulatory requirements. As an FCA-regulated organisation, we are committed to adopting the highest standards and we do this by employing individuals with the appropriate skills, experience and integrity to protect both the company and our clients. If you are considered for a role, you will be providing your permission for us to conduct the relevant checks and assessments that will be carried out during the recruitment and onboarding process. The nature of the checks will depend on whether the role is subject to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR).
Please note in accordance with our pre-employment checks, all roles will require a criminal record check and further enhanced checks may apply. Certain roles will be subject to ongoing checks in line with the Group SMCR Framework (Fit & Proper Policy). Further details will be explained to you throughout the recruitment process.
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