Careers at H Parsons Funeral Directors
Working at H Parsons Funeral Directors is practical, meaningful work grounded in professionalism, structure and care.
As a locally owned business serving the Illawarra and Shoalhaven for over 130 years, we offer a range of roles supporting funeral services, operations and customer care. This page outlines what to expect, the types of roles available, and how to register your interest.
What it means to work at H Parsons
H Parsons Funeral Directors is a family‑owned business with a long history in the NSW South Coast community. We operate across multiple locations and support families through funeral arrangements, services and related care.
Our approach to work is:
Practical and structured
Clear processes, defined roles and strong operational support
Team based
Staff work closely together across locations and disciplines
Community focused
Our work is local and directly connected to the communities we serve
The types of roles at H Parsons
We offer a range of roles across funeral operations and support functions.
Funeral Director
Funeral Directors coordinate funeral arrangements and support families throughout the process.
This includes:
- Meeting with families to plan services
- Coordinating logistics and service details
- Managing vehicles, venues and timing
- Overseeing the service on the day
Funeral Assistant
Funeral Assistants support the delivery of funeral services.
This may include:
- Greeting and assisting guests
- Supporting funeral directors during services
- Setting up and preparing chapels or venues
- Assisting with transfers and vehicle preparation
Administration and Customer Service
Administrative roles support day to day operations across the business.
This may include:
- Providing administrative support
- Acting as a first point of contact for enquiries
- Supporting funeral arrangers and directors
- Coordinating documentation and logistics
Training and development
Funeral service roles are practical and skills based. Many aspects of the role are learned through structured, on the job experience.
At H Parsons, staff are supported through:
- Structured onboarding
- Ongoing development of role specific skills
- Exposure to different areas of funeral service operations
Relevant licences or certifications may be required depending on the role.
How it works
- 1. Register your interest
Send your resume and details via email
- 2. Review process
Your enquiry will be reviewed against current and future opportunities
- 3. Role availability
Permanent roles are advertised externally when available
- 4. Follow up
Suitable candidates may be contacted when opportunities align
Current opportunities
The roles listed on this page are expressions of interest:
Full time Funeral Director
Casual Funeral Assistant
Administration and Customer Service roles
Permanent positions are typically advertised on external job platforms.
Key takeaways
- H Parsons Funeral Directors is a local, family owned employer
- Roles are practical, structured and team based
- Experience requirements vary by position
- Registering your interest is the first step in applying
Frequently asked questions
Not always. Some roles require experience, while others provide training.
No. H Parsons offers both full time and casual roles depending on operational needs.
Roles are based across locations in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven.
A full driver’s licence is required for many operational roles.
You can register your interest by sending your resume via email. Permanent roles are advertised separately when available.
Applications are reviewed and suitable candidates may be contacted when roles become available.
Register your interest
If you are interested in working with H Parsons Funeral Directors, you can register your interest by sending us an email with your resume attached.
Please include your resume and a short introduction outlining your interest. Your enquiry will be reviewed and we will contact you if suitable opportunities become available.