AddressA Casual role within an established funeral service provider specializing in Italian Catholic funerals based in the Northern Suburbs of Melbourne. Suitable for a Mortuary Technician or Funeral Assistant to ensure the respectful and professional handling of the deceased, assisting in funeral services, and maintaining the readiness of funeral vehicles and facilities.
- Requires: experience in the mortuary or funeral industry
- Salary Guide: $27 - $35 per hour (inclusive of casual leave loading).
- Location: Northern Suburbs of Melbourne.
Your typical day will involve:
- Assisting in the transfer of deceased individuals from hospitals or coroner offices.
- Performing preparation procedures including maneuvering, washing, dressing, and setting facial features of the deceased.
- Supporting Funeral Arrangers during services and driving the funeral hearse in the cortege.
- Maintaining the cleanliness and operational readiness of hearses and transfer vehicles.
- Providing professional assistance to grieving families and mourners during services.
- Efficiently managing daily tasks and maintaining clean facilities.
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A highly respected funeral service provider known for specializing in Italian Catholic funerals. Their goal is to ensure that families receive the best care at the highest level by listening to and working closely with clients to deliver the kind of funeral service they require. They believe everyone is important and provide services for all nationalities, races, and creeds, accommodating their cultural needs. They offer services including burials, cremations, exhumations, repatriations, church services, chapel services, and graveside services, and serve all Melbourne suburbs.
You will need:
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and demands.
- A high level of empathy and cultural sensitivity for interacting with grieving families.
- Independence in task management and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Industry knowledge and physical fitness.
Job benefits include:
- Professional development opportunities in the funeral service industry.
- A supportive work environment focused on compassionate care.
- Making a meaningful impact by providing respectful services.
