Crematorium Operative
| Posting date: | 04 April 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 May 2025 |
| Location: | Rochdale, OL11 4DG |
| Company: | inploi |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 75694257 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has opened up to become a part of our committed Bereavement Services Team at the recently refurbished Rochdale Crematorium.
About the role
Located in the beautiful Grade 11 listed Rochdale Cemetery, our Bereavement Services team provides essential cremation service for the borough.
The role is to carry out cremations mainly at Rochdale Crematorium but occasionally at Middleton Crematorium - Rochdale carries out around 1200 cremations per year, and Middleton around 450.
Rochdale Crematorium has recently undergone major refurbishment including replacement of the cremators and abatement system as well as new staff facilities and waiting room.
About you
We are seeking a dedicated member of staff to form part of the team at Rochdale Crematorium.
You should have:
- Good communication skills
- Flexibility and have the ability to perform your role in a sensitive and dignified manner
The principle objective of the job is the day to day on site operation of the Council’s crematorium in accordance with the Federation of British Cremation Authorities and Institute of Cemeteries and Crematoria Code of Practice.
You should have the relevant Cremator Technician qualification and experience of carrying out cremations and processing of cremated remains.
The post holder will also be responsible for the security of the Crematorium and waiting room.
About us
The Bereavement Services team work very closely together and are dedicated to providing a vital community service.
The role of Crematorium Technician is incredibly rewarding and every day you are responsible for ensuring services and cremations are carried out in a dignified manner.
If you consider you could fulfil this role, we would love to hear from you.
To apply please demonstrate how you meet the essential requirements of the person specification.
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Please include reference to your qualifications that are specified on the person specification within your application.
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