Pure Cremation
Site Manager
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Job Title: Site Manager
Salary: £50,000 per annum, negotiable depending on track record
Location: York
Hours: 40 hours per week
We are the Pure Group, and we’re looking for a dedicated Site Manager to join our team in York. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who leads by example, takes pride in their work, and is passionate about delivering first-class service every time.
About Us
The Pure Group was founded to disrupt the market with our mission to help families rest easy by giving them the freedom to choose how to celebrate their life.
We are now the UK’s leading provider of later-life and end-of-life planning services. FCA regulated, financially secure and continuing to grow, we’re investing in our people, technology and services to keep raising the standard.
But our purpose remains simple: to support families with dignity, care and compassion when they need it most.
Our values guide everything we do: Care Deeply. Take Accountability. Never Settle.
Job Purpose
The role of Site Manager is essential to hold ultimate operational, quality, and compliance accountability for the deceased care and private ambulance hub. Blending logistics coordination with the deeply sensitive requirements of deceased care, this role ensures a highly dignified service, seamless 24/7 transport operations, and absolute regulatory compliance.
You will need to demonstrate:
Leadership and Culture
- Lead, coach, and support the Deputy Site Manager to create and maintain a high-performing, compassionate and resilient working environment.
- Oversee recruitment, training and performance management for the operational team.
- Foster a culture of absolute dignity, respect and professionalism. Ensuring all staff treat the deceased and their families with the highest standard of care.
Operational Oversight and Fleet Efficiency
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- Maintain high-level oversight of the daily scheduled and 24/7 reactive collection operations.
- Support the Deputy Site Manager to optimise the utilisation, maintenance and cleanliness of the fleet.
- Ensure robust contingency plans are in place for vehicle breakdowns, staff sickness and seasonal surges in operational demand.
Compliance, Safety and Mortuary Standards
- Serve as the designated "Responsible Person" for the site, ensuring strict compliance with health and safety, infection control and sector-specific regulatory standards.
- Conduct regular audits of mortuary practices, tracking and cremation/ashes paperwork alongside the Mortuary assistants.
- Oversee the continuous training of staff in safe manual handling, dynamic risk assessments and clinical decontamination protocols.
Resource Control and Local Stakeholder Management
- Manage localised resource efficiency, including staff rotas, overtime authorisation, fuel card tracking and vehicle maintenance schedules.
- Build and maintain strong professional relationships with key stakeholders with the company.
Skills
You’ll need to have:
- Industry Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of management experience within fast-paced supply chain logistics, private ambulance operations, medical logistics or the funeral sector.
- Leadership Track Record: Proven experience managing multi-shift, 24/7 operations and managing supervisors or team leaders.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Desirable understanding of health and safety regulations, infection control and deceased transport protocols.
Our Benefits
- 30 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays – giving you more time to switch off and recharge
- Bupa Health Cash Plan to help with everyday healthcare costs
- Discounted gym membership and a Cycle to Work Scheme to support your health and wellbeing
- A comprehensive induction and access to our Learning and Development Academy to help you grow
- Enhanced family-friendly benefits to support you through life’s important moments
- 24/7 confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme
- Life Assurance for added peace of mind
- A Company Pension, with a SMART Pension option
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We are entering an exciting phase of growth and investment. Backed by experienced private equity partners and underpinned by a strong financial position, we are continuing to expand our services, invest in innovation, and attract exceptional people who share our ambition.
Join us and you'll become part of a purpose-driven organisation that is transforming our sector while never losing sight of what matters most - supporting families with care, dignity and respect.
Please note that, depending on the requirements of the role, we may need to carry out appropriate pre-employment vetting through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) or Disclosure Scotland, and/or Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) checks where relevant.
All gaps in your employment history must be disclosed as part of the recruitment process.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Equal Opportunities
The Pure Group strives to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds — regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief. We celebrate difference because we believe it enriches our work and strengthens the way we support one another.
If you need any additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please contact us on 07469 400065 or email us at hr.recruitment@purecremation.co.uk
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