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Funeral Director\'s Assistant Central Coast x 3


Company : Mayday Recruitment


Location : Gosford, New south wales


Created : 2026-05-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Funeral Director Assistant (Casual Opportunities) Location: Central Coast (Tuggerah) Pay: $41.51 per hour + super As a Funeral Director Assistant , you will be part of a team that supports families during some of the most important and emotional moments of their lives. You will assist with the care, preparation, and coordination of funerals, including transfers, viewings, and services. Your role is to ensure every step is carried out with dignity, respect, and compassion, helping to create a calm and supportive experience for grieving families. This is meaningful, community-focused work that requires empathy, professionalism, and emotional resilience. Working Hours & Flexibility Typical hours: 7:30am 3:48pm Pay: $41.51 per hour + super Casual role with ad hoc shifts work is not guaranteed each week Shifts may vary depending on demand (typically 15 days per week) Minimum shift length: 4 hours Primarily Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work and overtime Opportunity to transition into full-time employment over time Comprehensive 6-week induction program. A combination of classroom and on-the-job training Key Responsibilities Prepare and respectfully organise order of service materials, ensuring accuracy and care Drive company vehicles (transfer vans and sedans) safely and professionally Prepare and clean company vehicles daily to a high standard Support families by respectfully transferring their loved ones from hospitals, nursing homes, and private residences into our clients'' care Provide compassionate support during funeral services: Assist with the order of service Support and guide families and guests with care and respect Assist with setting up rooms for viewings and services Physically capable of manual handling tasks (including lifting up to 25kg) Note: Approximately 95% of this role is spent on the road, supporting families and managing transfers and services. What Were Looking For We are looking for people who genuinely care about others and want to make a difference in their community. Strong empathy and a natural sense of compassion Professional, respectful, and grounded approach Ability to remain calm and supportive in emotional situations Team-oriented, with the ability to also work independently Reliable, accountable, and willing to learn Comfortable working in a physically and emotionally demanding environment If youre someone who is naturally curious, brings a high level of empathy, and has the ability to build genuine connections with people, this could be the right role for you. We encourage you to apply today.