Funeral Director Assistant | Compassionate On-Call Support

MAYDAY Recruitment Group - Winner Outstanding Agency 2023; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Standby allowance for on-call shifts

Uniform provided; black shoes required

Job summary

MAYDAY Recruitment is partnering with a respected funeral services provider to recruit a Funeral Director Assistant. This casual, hands-on role supports families during important moments and offers growth opportunities within the business.

Training is seated, with a 3–4 month induction and standby allowances for on-call shifts. Essential requirements include physical fitness for lifting coffins, empathy for bereaved families, and a driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Physically fit and able to safely lift, carry and manoeuvre coffins.
• Comfortable working around deceased persons and in emotionally challenging environments.
• Strong communication skills with a calm, respectful and empathetic approach.
• Availability for a minimum of 3 full days per week onsite during training and beyond.
• Current unrestricted driver’s licence.
• Initial 4-day induction held in Holland Park (Brisbane).
• Ongoing flexibility for day shifts, nights, weekends and on-call work.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with funeral services, including church services, burials and cremations.
• Driving hearses and assisting with transfers, including after-hours, weekends and on-call shifts.
• Performing checks and supporting care processes.
• Trimming coffins, preparing nameplates and adding crosses or crucifixes per family requests.
• Providing occasional support in the on-site mortuary.
• Working with colleagues to ensure services run smoothly and respectfully.
• Maintaining compliance with health, safety, quality and operational standards.

Skills

Physical fitness

Empathy

Communication skills

Team player

Driver's license

On-call flexibility

Job description

MAYDAY Recruitment is partnering with a respected funeral services provider to recruit a Funeral Director Assistant. This casual, hands-on role supports families during important moments and offers growth opportunities within the business.

Training is seated, with a 3–4 month induction and standby allowances for on-call shifts. Essential requirements include physical fitness for lifting coffins, empathy for bereaved families, and a driver’s licence.