Commission based field agents required for sales of funeral policies in the following locations:

1. Crossroad Branch x 15
2. Devland Branch x 15
3. Vosloorus Branch x 15
4. Orange Farm Branch x 15
5. Vanderbijlpark Branch x 15

Requirements:

• Must have 1 year sales experience.
• Must reside in or around the respective geographical areas.

Send your resume to:

work@vuyofunerals.co.za or vacancies@geosa.or.za or complete the online application form.

Purpose of the Job:

To Coordinate the preparation, dispatch, setup and reconciliation of décor and cemetery equipment for funeral services and events, while providing administrative support to the décor division and managing the scheduling and deployment of cemetery staff and groundsmen to ensure dignified and seamless service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Dispatch and Logistics Coordination

–              Prepare and dispatch cemetery equipment, church décor and event décor according to the service schedules.

–              Confirm equipment readiness prior to dispatch

–              Correct loading, secure transport and timeous deliveries

–              Coordinate collections and returns after services

•Event and Funeral service coordination

–              Coordination décor setup for memorial service, funerals and other events

–              Ensure décor presentation meets company standards and client expectations

–              Liaise with arrangers, funeral directors and operations teams

–              Provide on-site coordination support when required

• Inventory control and Reconciliation

–              Track all dispatched equipment and reconcile items returned after services.

–              Conduct pre and post-service inspections to ensure accountability

–              Report losses, shortages and/or damages immediately

–              Maintain accurate inventory records and checklist

•              Asset maintenance and quality assurance

–              Ensure décor items are clean, polished and service ready

–              Coordinate cleaning, repainting, repairing and refurbishments

–              Implement preventative maintenance routines

–              Ensure storage areas remain organized and compliant

•Procurement and Trend Alignment

–              Source new décor materials aligned with operational needs and budgets.

–              Monitor funeral and event décor trends to keep offerings current

–              Recommend upgrades to enhance service presentations

•Décor division administration and PA Support

–              Administrative support to décor division

–              Maintain décor booking schedules and service checklists

–              Prepare job cards and assist with quotations

–              Maintain supplier records and procurement logs

–              Coordinate décor request and internal communication

•Cemetery / groundsmen staff scheduling and coordination

–              Scheduling cemetery staff for funerals and coordinating gave preparations

–              Ensure adequate staffing for each service and maintain attendance/ duty records

–              Communicate schedules and operate changes to cemetery teams and security team

–              Schedule and allocate groundsmen to various branches

•Warehouse and Storage management

–              Maintain neat and organised storage systems

–              Implement labelling and tracking procedures

–              Ensure safe handling and storage of equipment

Key Performance Areas:

•              Operations – equipment dispatchment, service setup readiness and presentation standards.

•              Inventory and asset control – inventory reconciliation and maintenance.

•              Cemetery staff scheduling and groundsmen deployment.

•              Administration – accurate documentation and record keeping, effective communication.

Qualifications, Skills and experience required

•              Grade 12 (Matric)

•              Diploma in Events Management, Logistics, Administration or related field (Advantageous)

•              +3 years’ experience in event coordination, logistics, dispatch coordination, workforce scheduling or site coordination.

•              Drivers license (required)

•              Funeral décor setup, Hospitality or event planning experience (Advantageous)

•              Inventory and asset control ability

•              Creative eye for presentation and décor

•              Strong coordination and planning skills

•              Effective communication and teamwork

•              Ability to multitask and work under pressure

•              Outstanding attention to detail.

•              Excellent computer skills: Microsoft office, scheduling and roster management, whatsapp business communication tools

Salary Market Related

Interested applicants who meet the job requirements should e-mail their CVs to HR Department at the following e-mail address:  vacancies@geosa.org.za