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Casual Funeral Assistant


Company : Illawarra Mercury


Location : Wollongong, New South Wales


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Casual Funeral Assistant role at Illawarra Mercury1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Casual Funeral Assistant role at Illawarra MercuryGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.H.Parsons Funeral Directors is a local family-owned business which has been serving families in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven since 1893. We are an equal opportunity employer with core values of honesty, reputation, cohesion and enjoying what we do.Our Funeral Operations team are looking for community-minded, Casual Funeral Assistants to join our team.Please note: As we are a funeral home, you will be exposed to deceased peoplePrevious candidates need not apply. Only candidates chosen for interview will be contacted.About The RoleThis is a casual position. Full time work is not available.The role of a Funeral Assistant has the following key core componentsSupporting Funeral Directors to ensure the smooth and efficient running of funeral services.meeting and greeting guests and parking managementoperating audio-visual equipmentpreparing and driving funeral vehiclescleaning, setting up funeral chapelscoffin bearingTransporting deceased people into our care and to their place of ceremony and committal with the utmost of respect.Maintenance of our venues and vehiclesmaintaining funeral chapels and equipmentgardeningfleet maintenancePlace of workAcross the Illawarra region. Occasional work may be required outside this area.Hours Of WorkA combination of Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, evenings and weekends. The ideal candidate will have flexibility and availability across the hours of work.Please nominate in your application the days and times you are predominantly available for work.About YouYou are a mature professional with immaculate personal presentation and excellent communication skills. Passionate about customer service, you''re always willing to go the extra mile in the service of others. You are able to think on your feet, support families in their time of need and work collegially and collaboratively as part of a team. Ideally you have experience in operating basic audio visual equipment or are familiar with technologyEssential CriteriaUnrestricted NSW drivers licenseFull Australian work rightsPhysical fitness with the ability to comfortably lift up to 50kg from floor to waist height.Fully vaccinated against common transmissible diseases, including influenza and covid-19Desirable CriteriaExperience in operating audio-visual equipmentProficiency in computer and admin skillsThe Funeral industry attracts people who have genuine care, empathy and customer service skills. Culture and fit is incredibly important to us. We value and appreciate our employees and their commitment to serving the families who entrust us with their loved ones.What We Offera supportive, inclusive and enjoyable working environmentdiversity of work and location (we work across the Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions, so each day is different!)extensive trainingfull uniformabove award hourly pay rateHow to ApplyPlease submit a current CV and cover letter and answer the employer screening questions.We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for the role.Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeOtherJob functionJob functionAdministrativeIndustriesTechnology, Information and MediaReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Illawarra Mercury by 2xGet notified about new Assistant jobs in Coniston, New South Wales, Australia.Coniston, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 11 hours agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 11 hours agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoReceptionist/Assistant Registration & Admin ClerkConiston, New South Wales, Australia 11 hours agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoJUNIOR Assistant / Trainee Property ManagerConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoCustomer Service/ Administration / Scheduling AssistantConiston, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoConiston, New South Wales, Australia 11 hours agoWollongong - Entry Level Assistant Freight Train DriversConiston, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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