Embalmer, Kaiwhakapaipai tūpāpaku
Also known as
- Funeral director, undertaker
Embalmers prepare bodies for burial according to family wishes and legal requirements.
Your pay could be
$53K
Lower
$67K to $91K
Most common
$101K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-2 years
Embalmers
- usually work regular business hours but may work evenings and weekends or be on call
- usually work in funeral homes and may travel locally
- may work in hazardous conditions involving chemicals
- need to be practical, responsible and organised
Tasks
- embalm and preserve the deceased
- prepare the deceased for viewing
- apply makeup and grooming products
- handle caskets with care and respect
- assist with funeral home services
- clean equipment and work areas
- keep preparation rooms clean and safe
- collect information for funeral records
- follow health and safety rules
Practical
Organised
Investigative
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You need
- experience in similar work
- a driver licence
You may need
- to be over 18 years old
- a New Zealand Diploma in Embalming (Level 5)
- to register with the New Zealand Embalmers Association
- to pass a police check
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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