Funeral Undertaker & Driver

About the role

Icebolethu Burial Services seeks compassionate professionals to combine funeral undertaker duties with safe vehicle operation, supporting families throughout funeral ceremonies across various regions.

Key responsibilities

• Drive allocated company vehicles to remove the deceased from the place of death and conduct funeral processions.
• Perform daily pre‑trip inspections, keep vehicles clean, and accurately log mileage, routes and fuel transactions.
• Assist with preparation of the deceased, including washing, dressing, embalming when required and arranging bodies for viewing.
• Process burial orders, complete required documentation and handle administrative paperwork.
• Provide respectful client support, coordinate with families and set up funeral venues, including tents, fixtures and floral displays.

Required profile

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Valid driver’s licence with a Professional Driving Permit (PDP) – essential.
• Certificate in Funeral Practice.
• Diploma or degree in Mortuary Science or Forensic Sciences (advantageous).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar Undertaker/Driver role.

Required skills

• Professional Driving Permit (PDP) and safe vehicle operation.
• Experience with vehicle inspections, logbook entries and maintenance reporting.
• Knowledge of embalming and mortuary preparation procedures.