Are you a compassionate, organised, and community-focused individual looking for a meaningful career in the funeral care sector? 

Are you ready to take on a role where every day is meaningful, every story matters, and every moment leaves an impact? 

Do you seek a role that offers a high level of diversity, empowerment, ownership, and challenge. A role where no day is ever the same?

At Terry Longley & Sons and Tong & Peryer Funeral Homes, we’re searching for a passionate Funeral Director & Embalmer to join our team. If you’re seeking a role that offers diversity, empowerment, and a genuine opportunity to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

Collectively, our funeral homes have been a cornerstone of care in the Hawkes Bay community for over 150 years. Renowned for our professionalism and heartfelt service ethic, we create meaningful farewells that honour life in all its forms. With a rich legacy built on compassion and trust, we’re proud to continue to help Hawkes Bay families navigate some of life’s most significant moments.

Your Role

As a Funeral Director & Embalmer, you will:

• Support Families with Compassion: Provide empathetic guidance and care during some of life's most vulnerable moments.

• Plan and Coordinate Meaningful Farewells: Manage every detail, from arrangements to funeral services, ensuring families' wishes are honoured.

• Uphold Dignity and Respect: Perform mortuary services, including embalming, with the utmost professionalism and care.

• Handle Essential Tasks: Manage documentation, legal compliance, and logistics with precision and efficiency.

• Deliver Excellence Every Time: Ensure every farewell reflects the unique life being celebrated and exceeds family expectations.

What You’ll Bring

• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with people from all walks of life.

• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.

• A high level of professionalism, compassion, and discretion.

• Previous experience in funeral services is a plus, but we value heart and drive above all.

• The ability to join our supportive rotational on-call roster.

• A clean driver’s license 

What We Offer

• A role filled with variety, growth, autonomy and challenge—no two days are the same.

• A supportive, close-knit team that values collaboration and individuality.

• Comprehensive training and professional development to help you thrive.

• The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of families and the community.

• Competitive remuneration and benefits to support your journey with us.

Why Join Us?

At Terry Longley & Sons and Tong & Peryer Funeral Homes, we believe in the power of compassion, connection, and community. Every team member contributes to creating moments that matter—helping families honour, remember, and celebrate the lives of their loved ones. We aren’t the cookie cutter funeral homes!