Funeral Director
6 days ago
Funeral Director
Operating as a part of our team at Paterson's Funeral Services in Ashburton, you'll guide our families through their journey with us. This is a full-time role that plays a vital role in supporting families during difficult times and ensuring the highest standards of care and professionalism. As a 24 hour 7 days a week business, you will be required to work on-call one week in every three.
About the role:
- Arranging and coordinating all aspects of funeral services, including meeting with families, liaising with our mortuary specialists on the care of the deceased, and coordinating with third-party providers
- Ensuring the respectful and dignified handling of the deceased at all times
- Providing compassionate and empathetic support to grieving families throughout the funeral process
- Maintaining detailed records and adhering to all relevant legal and regulatory requirements
- Collaborating with a team of funeral professionals to deliver a seamless and comprehensive service
- Continuously improving processes and procedures to enhance the overall experience for families
About you:
Comprehensive training will be given in all industry related elements; however, we are looking for someone with the following attributes:
- Some life experience - understanding and empathy for people will serve you well
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide compassionate support to grieving families
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to multitask and work under pressure
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care and professionalism
- A genuine passion for the funeral industry and a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others
- Physically fit and mentally resilient
- You'll need to be reasonably technically savvy and able to multitask well to ensure information is captured accurately
- Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays as part of an on-call roster
Apply now to join our team and be a part of a meaningful and rewarding career in the funeral industry.
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