Long Distance Driver - Funeralcare

Long Distance Driver - Funeralcare
£14.35 per hour plus benefits (Work Level 6C)
Part time, 18.75 hours per week, with some flexibility to travel outside core hours when needed. This may include occasional overnight stays and Saturdays, which will be financially reimbursed.
Hayes

We’re looking for an LDT (long distance transporter) driver to join the Co-op Funeralcare team. As market leaders, we’ve a reputation for providing a caring and compassionate service when families need it most. In this role you’ll be an important part of this service. And in return, we’ll offer you a competitive salary, excellent pension and holidays, as well as access to discounts on a range of Co-op products and services.

Why this role matters

As an LDT driver, you’ll take responsibility for the collection of and transfer of the deceased coming into our care. You’ll collect from either; hospital, mortuaries, airports, or Funeralcare homes, ensuring accuracy and managing the paperwork trail (electronically in most cases). You’ll be working in a role requiring high levels of care and attention, customer service and autonomy, where no two days will be the same.

What you’ll do

•    Undertake driving duties anywhere in the UK, within the EU drive time directive 
•    Maintain your vehicle to the highest of standards, as well as representing the Co-op in a professional and dignified manner 
•    Transport the deceased, by way of coffin or stretcher, as required, with care into and out of your vehicle 
•    Apply the highest attention to detail on ensuring accuracy, checking and logging identification documentation as required - in line with processes 
•    Ensure stocks of PPE are replenished 
•    Communicate clearly with your wider team and coordinator, logging any issues clearly and timely

What you’ll bring

We’re committed to making our roles as accessible as possible, so we only ask for the minimum criteria. To thrive here, you’ll need to bring:

•    A full manual UK’s driving licence
•    High sense of responsibility and accountability
•    Flexibility to work sometimes at short notice
•    A passion for driving, and are content working on their own
•    A keen eye for detail and accuracy
•    A professional, yet approachable and friendly manner
•    Basic IT skills; you’re comfortable working with different IT systems, including smart phone and tablet

Why Co-op?

At Co-op, we’re owned by our members. And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement. We’re an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we’re powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you’ll also receive:

•    An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
•    28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays 
•    A pension with up to 10% employer contributions 
•    30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands 
•    Stream – early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it 
•    Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice 
•    24/7 colleague support service 
•    Training and support for your development and career progression
•    Cycle-to-work scheme

A place you’ll belong

We’re building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve.
We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work.

We’re proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll support you.

Learn more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process and our inclusion commitments at jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion

Please note that we may close applications for this role early.

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes up to 50 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.