Crematorium Technician £27,711-£30,060 Pay award pending Full time 37 hours a week Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Countrys fastest-growing boroughs and the people who makeitthrive. Aboutthe role The Bereavement Services Team are looking for an organised person to support them in providing a sensitive, compassionate and efficient burial, cremation and memorial service. You will be based at Rainsbrook Crematorium in Rugby and will be responsible for ensuring that all cremations are carried out with dignity and respect and in accordance with current regulations. This is a varied role where youll be undertaking a wide range of tasks including grounds maintenance, memorial safety checks, cremating, chapel duties and some administration tasks. The role will require you to be able to work additional hours dictated by the needs of the service, which will include some Saturday mornings and weekday evenings. About you Do you have a caring and sympathetic nature to deal with bereaved families at a sensitive time, are you able to work as part of a dedicated team to ensure that the highest standards of care are achieved? Were looking for a flexible, well-motivated self-starter who possesses excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to bereaved families. Previous experience in a similar role would be an advantage however all relevant training will be provided to the successful applicant. Please note that the position requires a good level of physical fitness and a Full UK Driving License. Benefits 35 days annual leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas) Generous Local Government Pension Scheme Annual leave purchase scheme Subsidised parking Structured Induction Program Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals Family Friendly Policies Independent Support for your health & wellbeing Generous compassionate leave Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and more