Crematorium Technician – Newtownabbey

Company: VANRATH
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Location: Newtownabbey
Job Description:

VANRATH are delighted to be assisting our major Public Sector client, a large organisation with the recruitment of a Crematorium to join their team based in Newtownabbey.

What’s in it for you?

  • £17.45 per hour
  • Monday to Friday working pattern
  • Opportunity to work within a local authority environment

About your next employer

You will be joining a local authority’s Parks & Leisure Operations team, working within an established crematorium service.

The Crematorium Technician will play a key role in ensuring the effective operation of cremators and associated equipment, while providing a professional, caring and dignified service to bereaved families, funeral directors, officiants and members of the public.

About you

You will ideally have:

  • Crematorium Technician Training Scheme (CTTS) accreditation, or be willing to complete the required training and professional qualification
  • Experience working within a bereavement-related environment
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • The ability to demonstrate empathy and sensitivity when dealing with bereaved individuals
  • Good literacy and numeracy skills
  • Knowledge of health and safety practices
  • The ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Basic Windows IT skills

What you’ll do

  • Operate cremators and associated crematory equipment in accordance with relevant legislation, guidance and Codes of Practice
  • Undertake visual checks and monitor the cremation process, recording and reporting defects or non-compliance
  • Monitor analytical equipment, including changing filters and undertaking calibration as required
  • Compile statistical information and reports
  • Maintain accurate, secure and accessible records in line with crematorium requirements
  • Follow procedures for the identification of the deceased and processing of cremated remains
  • Ensure the collection, identification, storage and final disposal of cremated remains is correctly documented
  • Act as a first point of contact for customers, demonstrating tact, sympathy and respect
  • Maintain positive and dignified relationships with funeral directors, officiants, bereaved families and other stakeholders
  • Operate ceremony room equipment, including webcasting, visual tribute and audio systems
  • Adhere rigorously to health and safety, COSHH, manual handling, risk assessment and accident reporting procedures
  • Participate in training, development, coaching and mentoring as required
  • Support events and promotional activities, including Open Days and Commemorative Services
  • Undertake other relevant duties as required by the service.
  • For further information on this opportunity, or any other position in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link or contact Conor Birch in the strictest confidence.

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Skills:Crematorium Cremation Services Bereavement Services Customer Care Customer Service

Benefits:Additional Benefits

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026