Casual Funeral Service Operative

Dignity Plc

Casual Funeral Service Operative

£25043

Dignity Plc, Bae Colwyn, Conwy - Conwy

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 1 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 2430a62c1a594767af51d965ceaf2ad3

Full Job Description

T. Conchar & Sons Funeral Directors, supporting our communities in Colwyn Bay, Rhyl and surrounding areas.

Hourly Rate: £12.04

Our zero-hour contract offer flexibility to our employees. We provide the opportunity to work without being tied to a fixed number of hours each week and create the flexibility you need in your work-life balance!

Industry experience isn't essential to be a part of our teams! We look for individuals who love to deliver customer service with compassion and genuine enthusiasm, ensuring that every family receives the support they need during difficult times.

This role will suit someone who:

  • Has a Full UK Manual Driving License.

  • Physically able to lift and carry heavy weights in accordance with manual handling procedures.

  • Ideally familiar with the local community.

  • Committed to providing excellent customer service.

  • Demonstrates composure and empathy in sensitive situations.

  • Reliable, well-presented and aims for high standards in their job role.


  • Here is what a typical day could look like for you:
  • Take part in our on-call rota.

  • Aid with bringing the deceased into our care throughout office hours and out of hours.

  • Preparing and maintaining excellent standards of vehicle cleanliness to our funeral fleet.

  • Participate in coffining duties, including the trimming of coffins / caskets, in addition to dressing and placing the deceased in coffins as appropriate.

  • Being part of the funeral service by bearing the coffin and driving company vehicles.

  • Assisting the Funeral Director with pre-funeral checks including route planning and address checking.

    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).


  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
    Our Vision is to connect with our clients, colleagues, company and communities based on our principles whilst celebrating our differences.
    We aim to empower leaders and colleagues to seek out and understand new voices and perspectives; to be vocal about inequity and exclusion, and take decisive, informed and bold action to promote inclusion and belonging.

  • 22-25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (Accrued).

  • Pension Scheme.

  • Free On-Site Parking.

  • Free Uniform Provided (Incl. Dry Cleaning).

  • Access to our internal permanent opportunities.