Job Description
Personal Services Australia – Smeaton Grange NSW
Personal Services Australia is seeking an experienced and confident Mortician to join our mortuary team at Smeaton Grange.
We are looking for someone with practical experience in deceased care who is confident and competent in all aspects of basic preparation and can independently prepare deceased persons to a high standard for viewing and funeral services.
Presentation is an important part of this position.
The successful applicant will have strong attention to detail and be confident with setting features, dressing, cosmetising, hair and final presentation for viewings.
This role will work closely with our Mortuary Manager and team.
While the successful applicant must be capable of working independently, they must also be comfortable working collaboratively within a team and following direction from the Mortuary Manager.
Responsibilities
Completing all aspects of basic deceased preparation confidently and independently
Preparing deceased persons for viewing and funeral services
Setting and styling hair
Applying makeup and cosmetics appropriate for viewing
Dressing deceased persons and completing final presentation
Ensuring deceased persons are presented to a high professional standard for viewings
Assisting the embalmer with embalming procedures and preparation as required
Following instructions and priorities set by the Mortuary Manager




Maintaining mortuary equipment, preparation areas and facilities
Maintaining high standards of infection control, hygiene and WHS
Treating all deceased persons with dignity, care and respect
Qualifications, Licences and Skills
Essential to apply for this position
Previous practical experience working as a Mortician or in deceased preparation
Experienced and confident in all aspects of basic preparation
Strong attention to detail and a high standard of presentation
Ability and willingness to assist an embalmer when required
Knowledge of infection control and secure mortuary practices
Ability to follow direction from the Mortuary Manager and work within established mortuary procedures
Career Development Opportunity
For the right person, this position also offers the opportunity to develop and progress further within the mortuary profession.
If desired in the future, there may be an opportunity for the successful applicant to undertake further study and formal training in embalming, with the potential to expand their skills, responsibilities and career pathway within our mortuary team.
This is not a requirement of the position; however, for someone interested in progressing from mortician work into embalming, we are open to supporting that professional development and providing an environment where those skills can continue to grow.

📌 Funeral Industry - Mortician (New South Wales)
🏢 Personal Services Australia
📍 New South Wales