Occupation

461333 Funeral Worker

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
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Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

461333 Funeral Worker

Assists in the preparation of funerals and maintenance of funeral venues.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Mortuary Technicians (Forensic) are excluded from this occupation. Mortuary Technicians (Forensic) are included in Occupation 311299 Medical and Dental Technicians nec.

Specialisations

  • Embalmer
  • Funeral Director's Assistant

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Assists Funeral Directors to plan, coordinate and run funeral services
  • Sets up and decorates the funeral venue
  • Transports the deceased to and from funeral homes, hospitals, and other locations
  • Cleans and maintains funeral homes and equipment
  • May assist in preparing the deceased for viewing, burial or cremation