Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer

Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer

About Us

For generations, D. H. Augustus & Sons Funeral Home has served the Bermuda community with dignity, compassion, and professionalism. As a family-owned establishment, we take pride in offering caring and personalized funeral services that honor every life and support families through their time of loss.

We are currently seeking a Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate empathy, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to helping families celebrate the lives of their loved ones.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and professional guidance to families during times of bereavement.
• Coordinate and oversee all aspects of funeral arrangements, including planning, logistics, and staff coordination.
• Prepare, embalm, dress, and cosmetize human remains in accordance with professional, legal, and sanitary standards.
• Maintain the funeral home, preparation areas, and equipment to the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Assist in arranging and directing memorial and funeral services, ensuring that every detail reflects the wishes of the family.
• Perform restorative art and cosmetology when required to ensure dignified presentation of the deceased.
• Manage funeral-related sales with sensitivity, explaining available services and merchandise options.
• Liaise with local authorities, hospitals, clergy, and other relevant organizations to obtain necessary documentation and permits.
• Perform lifting and physical tasks associated with moving caskets, equipment, and assisting during services.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid Funeral Director and Embalmer License (must meet Bermuda or relevant jurisdictional requirements or be eligible for reciprocal licensing).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in funeral service, embalming, and bereavement care.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a compassionate and professional demeanor.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and embalming techniques.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Experience with event planning or coordinating services preferred.
• Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 100 lbs) and remain on your feet for extended periods.
• Skills in restorative art or cosmetology are an asset.

Why Join Our Team

At D. H. Augustus & Sons Funeral Home, you will be part of a respected, family-run establishment where care, tradition, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. This is more than a career — it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives when they need it most.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Relocation assistance available
• Plus More