Job Description
POST TITLE: Out of Hours Cremator Operator
DEPARTMENT: North Hertfordshire Memorial Park & Crematorium
HOURS: Minimum hours 25 (hours) per week with the option for up to 50 to be paid at same rate. Standard is 17.00 – 22.00 Mon - Fri
RESPONSIBLE TO: North Hertfordshire Memorial Park Manager
Job Purpose
To assist the Manager of the Crematorium with Out of Hours cremation.
Outline of Primary Duties
To carry out the cremation of human remains in accordance with the Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management Inc. ‘Guiding Principles’ and following the requirements of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and all subsequent legislation.
Outline of Other Duties
1. Operating the cremator, adhering to Memoria procedures in ensuring that the cremations are carried out safely and with respect.
2. The administration of cremation paperwork to include the completion of all necessary statutory and internal forms.
3. General cleaning and preparation of the crematory, pulverising room, cremated remains store, toilet. Cleaning of the administration block including toilet fixtures and fittings.
4. Use the time whilst cremating to ensure that the facilities are maintained and cleaned to a very high standard.
5. The ability to work in a flexible environment and meet the needs to the team.
6. A high degree of care and understanding is a major requirement of the post.
7. Any other duties of a similar nature that may be reasonably requested by the Crematorium Manager or representative.
8. To follow and adhere to Cremator Manufacturers requirements, whilst complying with Health and Safety requirements along with service plans to ensure the efficient running of the cremator.
Key Competencies
· Good communication skills
· Ability to problem solve
· Attention to detail
· Self-management
· Adaptability
· Integrity, sensitivity and commitment
Benefits Offered
One of our top priorities is to maintain the health and wellbeing of our employees and their families. To achieve this goal, we offer comprehensive benefits.
25 days holiday per year plus public holidays
Death in Service Benefit - 4 x salary
Company pension 3% employers contribution, 5% employees contribution
Employee assistance programme Health Cash Plan
Discretionary bonus scheme
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Equal Opportunities Statement
“Memoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.
We are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.”
Job Types: Permanent, Part-time
Pay: £16,523.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
