Qualified Embalmer

Do you want to work in the best mortuary facility in located in Perth?
Are you a Qualified Embalmer with the right to work and live in Australia?
Bowra & O’Dea Pty Ltd is WA’s premier family owned and operated funeral directors; its
divisions include Bowra & O’Dea, Leanne O’Dea Funeral Directors (the female funeral
division) and Pre-Paid Funerals. The O’Dea family and their staff have been committed to
providing outstanding service to their clients since 1888.
We have a rare opportunity for a full-time Embalmer with a tertiary qualification, eligible for
accreditation by the AIE, to join the Mortuary team in Perth, Western Australia; undertaking
approximately 2,000 embalmings per year.
The successful applicant must have the right to work and live in Australia, experience
working with a team of qualified embalmers, undertaking all aspects of mortuary work whilst
understanding the valuable role the Mortuary plays in a funeral home. A high standard of
embalming practice is essential, together with attention to detail and the possession/retention
of emotional and physical fitness to perform the duties of the position.
The characteristics of the successful applicant will be non-judgemental, leading by example
aligned to the professionalism, philosophies and values of the Company, and remain calm
and methodical with a positive and flexible work ethic including when working under
pressure.
Duty Statement, Position Requirements and Selection Criteria are on our website.
Applications must contain a covering letter addressing the key selection criteria and a
resume outlining your employment history inclusive of dates (month and year) with level of
workload included. As part of the recruitment process you will be requested to provide proof
the position and instructions on how to apply.
EMBALMER
It is a requirement that an Embalmer must be qualified and eligible
for accreditation by the Australian Institute of Embalmers.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
An Embalmer is responsible to the Mortuary Manager, and when working from Mandurah is
also responsible to the Branch Manager - Mandurah. An Embalmer on after hours standby
is also responsible to the After Hours Coordinator in regard to their allocated duties (as
described in this Duty Statement).
An Embalmer is required to embalm and prepare the deceased for viewings and funerals.
An Embalmer operating from the Mandurah Branch is also required to trim/prepare coffins in
readiness for funerals, maintain stock levels, assist at funerals and services, and conduct
transfers of the deceased to the Mandurah premises. In addition to ordinary hours,

**Embalmers are also required to work on standby**: approximately one week in every four to
six for Perth Mortuary Embalmers; and the Mandurah Mortuary Embalmer is to be readily
available if required.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties in relation to the position include, but are not limited to, the following —
1. Mortuary
(a) Continuously treat all deceased with respect and dignity.
(b) Continuously adhere to Infection Control Guidelines for the Funeral Industry and
the Company Workplace Health and Safety policies.
(c) Prepare deceased as required.
Our Mission
To provide quality funeral service and facilities with respect, care and
understanding for the families we serve.
Our Values
- To provide customer service excellence, through continuous staff training

and development.
- To be professional and ethical at all times.
- To treat the deceased with compassion, respect and care.
- To provide a safe and caring workplace where people can achieve with

pride.
Our Goal
To be the leader in Funeral Services
(d) Embalm the deceased as required to a standard appropriate to each individual
case and in line with Company policy.
(e) Ensure each deceased is prepared and presented for the funeral to a standard
as good as can reasonably be expected.
(f) Liaise with funeral arrangers in regard to family wishes.
(g) Assist families with the dressing of the deceased, if required.
(h) Liaise with the Mortuary Manager in regard to maintaining stocks of Mortuary
materials and supplies. Embalmer/s operating from the Mandurah Branch is/are
also required to order coffins for the Mandurah Branch.
(i) Strive to operate the Mortuary to an exceptional standard of hygiene and ensure
that all equipment and surfaces used are cleaned daily.
(j) Assist with passing the deceased out of the Mortuary in accordance with
Company procedures.
(k) Maintain adequate records of all Mortuary work. The Embalmer working from the
Mandurah Branch is also required to log in each deceased.
(l) Ensure deadlines are met within the allocated timeframe.
(m) Visit other Branches of the Company to finalise the presentation of deceased, if
necessary.

**(n) An Embalmer located at**:
i. Mandurah
- is to be on permanent stand-by and relieve as required; and
- trim/prepare coffins in readiness for funerals, including preparation and

mounting of name plate, crucifix or other requested produ