Registration Technician

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council,

Sandwell Registration Services are seeking to employ a suitable individual to be part of their award-winning Bereavement Services team.

Located in one of its crematoria or cemeteries, we are looking for a conscientious and empathetic individual, putting customer service at the centre of everything you do.

Key responsibilities:

• Delivering services related to burial and/or cremation services and all associated tasks.
• Responsibility for grounds maintenance activities to a high standard as well as regular liaison with bereaved families.
• The ability to operate large plant and machinery.
• Record keeping.
• Security of council assets
• Deputising in the absence of the Senior Registration Technician
• The regular use of various ICT applications.

Whilst personal development and training will be provided, experience in a cemetery, crematoria, grounds maintenance or other similar environment is required.

Essential Requirements:

• A vocational qualification and/or equivalent qualifications in English and Maths, with the ability to apply these skills to support the effective operational delivery of Registration Services.
• A provisional licence in order to operate required machinery.

Additional Information:

• This is a permanent full-time role, with standard working hours of 37 hours per week.

This a great opportunity to join an award-winning team, providing services to the residents of Sandwell and beyond at key moments in their lives.

Closing date: Friday 23rd October 2026

Please submit a CV and supporting statement to laura_[email protected] before the closing date.

We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to submit your CV as soon as possible. When submitting your CV and supporting statement, please refer to the supporting documents attached.

If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know.

If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV.

If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact laura_[email protected]

For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visit https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs

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