Compassionate Funeral Attendant & Driver

Icebolethu; East London; On-site; ZAR 148,000 - 221,000; Part time

Job summary

Icebolethu Group is seeking casual Funeral Undertaker staff for Temporary assignments across the Fleet Centre division. The role involves removing deceased individuals, preparing bodies for viewing, and coordinating with families to ensure dignified funeral services. A valid PDP and driver license are required.

Embalming experience is advantageous, with a minimum of two years in a similar role. Candidates must show excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong ethics, and reliable

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Certificate in Funeral Practice required or desirable.
• Diploma/Degree in Mortuary Science or Forensics Sciences is advantageous.
• Valid driver license with PDP is required.
• Embalming experience is an asset.
• Minimum 2 years in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Respond to clients needing funeral services and assist per Icebolethu Burial Services processes and procedures.
• Drive allocated vehicle to remove the deceased from place of death to the designated parlour.
• Assist in processing burial orders and related funeral documents.
• Prepare deceased: wash, dress, arrange viewing, and assist in related tasks.
• Prepare body for washing, dressing and embalming when needed.
• Assist in transporting families to chapel for service and viewing.
• Drive vehicle to burial site and maintain cemetery equipment.
• Perform daily vehicle checks, log mileage, and record fuel transactions.
• Ensure coordination of burial services and comply with Icebolethu’s Code of Conduct.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Business skills

Ethical values

Time management

Education

Diploma/Degree in Mortuary Science or Forensic Sciences

Certificate in Funeral Practice

Grade 12

Valid PDP driver license

Job description

Icebolethu Group is seeking casual Funeral Undertaker staff for Temporary assignments across the Fleet Centre division. The role involves removing deceased individuals, preparing bodies for viewing, and coordinating with families to ensure dignified funeral services. A valid PDP and driver license are required.

Embalming experience is advantageous, with a minimum of two years in a similar role. Candidates must show excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong ethics, and reliable