Summary

The Crematorium Manager will provide operational leadership and day-to-day management of the Council’s Crematorium and Burials service. The post holder will ensure the facility operates safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements. This role will cover short-term absence within the service and requires an immediate start, working on-site a minimum of four days per week (negotiable). The assignment is full-time for an initial period of three months, with review thereafter.

Responsibilities

Conduct inspections of building works to ensure compliance with Building Regulations.
Oversee the Council’s registrar functions and ensure full compliance with the 2012 Cemeteries Regulations across the Borough.
Ensure the effective daily operation of crematorium and burial services, maintaining high professional standards.
Ensure all statutory, regulatory, environmental, and health & safety requirements for crematorium and burial operations are met at all times.
Provide day-to-day management of the facility, including staff supervision, administration, and operational coordination.
Manage financial processes such as budgeting, invoicing, income monitoring, and procurement within the service area.
Maintain strong working relationships with service users, funeral directors, internal teams, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery.

Essential Experience Required

Proven experience managing crematorium, burials, or bereavement services within a local authority or similar regulated environment.
Experience in operational management, including staffing, resources, administration, and customer service.
Strong understanding of cremation and burial legislation, regulations, and compliance frameworks, including Cemeteries Regulations 2012.

Essential Qualifications Required

Relevant professional qualification in crematorium, burial, or bereavement service management (e.g., ICCM qualifications or equivalent).
Demonstrable management-level experience in a local authority or similar public-sector operational environment.
Strong knowledge of statutory and regulatory duties governing cremation and burial services.

Additional Information

The role closes soon, apply ASAP.