Funeral Director
OneStaff Palmerston North
Listing Description
Description
About the RoleWe are currently seeking a Funeral Director & Mortuary Assistant to support our mortuary team, with the opportunity to grow into a qualified Mortuary Technician and, ultimately, a broader role in funeral direction.
Direct Responsibilities
- Assisting with the respectful care, preparation, and transfer of the deceased
- Assist with preparing bodies for funerals and burials
- Helping families plan funeral arrangements with empathy and professionalism
- Liaising with third parties such as celebrants, florists, and caterers
- Supporting funeral services, from logistics to service setup
- Maintaining a high level of presentation, dignity, and discretion at all times
Why Join Us?
- Gain a formal qualification and build a purposeful long-term career
- Be part of something bigger - help families during their most vulnerable moments
- Enjoy structure, mentorship, and meaningful progression across all areas of funeral service
- Work in a tight-knit, respectful team that genuinely supports one another
Days & Hours:
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
- On-Call Roster: After-hours and weekend work is required due to the on-call schedule, with additional remuneration provided. Flexibility is essential.
Who We're Looking For:
- Background in healthcare, hospitality, or other people-care roles
- Physically fit and capable of safe heavy lifting and manual handling
- Calm, emotionally resilient, and empathetic in challenging situations
- Strong communicator, comfortable supporting people from all walks of life
About Us
Our client is a proud, family-owned funeral service with deep community roots and over four generations of compassionate care. Our reputation is built on professionalism, respect, and heartfelt service to grieving families. As we continue to grow, we're seeking someone to join our small, dedicated team in a full-time capacity, offering not just a job, but a long-term career in the funeral profession.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted through APPLY NOW with an up-to-date CV and work history to be considered for this position.For role-related enquiries, contact Emily at OneStaff Palmerston North on 06 353 8002 or 0800 178 233.Only shortlisted applicants who apply will be contacted.
We will only accept applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand with the appropriate work or residency visa.
Application details
How to Apply:Applications must be submitted through APPLY NOW with an up-to-date CV and work history to be considered for this position.For role-related enquiries, contact Emily at OneStaff Palmerston North on 06 353 8002 or 0800 178 233.Only shor
OneStaff Palmerston North
OneStaff are NZ owned industrial recruitment specialists, with 16 branches across NZ. OneStaff recruitment specialists are all about helping build New Zealand Industry and creating better lives through better work. Where employment is concerned, we work with you to make your life better. We work to four key values which we can both expect from each other. Together they form the acronym T.A.H.I.
- Teamwork – meaning we act with genuine intent of a desired outcome and positive action as a collective. We are all in this together and need to rely on each other.
- Accountability – means we take responsibility and ownership for our actions and efforts regardless of outcome. Positive and negative - we own what we say and do and learn from it, honestly and reliably.
- Hustle – It means that we work hard for you every single day. It means a focused purpose. It means working smarter, more efficiently and effectively for better outcomes. It means we go to the lengths to reach that outcome that other people won't, and we do this with a sense of joy, pride, and purpose, because we love it.
- Impact – means we influence and deliver positive change for customers and industry. It means we can describe what differentiates us and they will notice that difference. It’s the evidence and value of a positive outcome. It’s the outcome of having a positive impact through delivery of our services.
These values ensure we work side by side with our clients and candidates delivering positive outcomes to grow our people and New Zealand industry
OneStaff is committed to these principles and direction, and every person we engage with has a part to play in delivering the results we achieve. All the above forms what we refer to as "Working as One" - Working with you for a common purpose and goal, based on your motivations and desired outcome. Whether it’s a new job, development, better conditions, better work/life balance, or help steer you in a new direction, we work together to achieve what’s best for you
