FDA and Hearse Driver course – October 11th & 12th 2024
This two-day course is ideal for both those in the funeral industry with employers wanting to upskill new recruits and those looking to become part of the profession. We’ll cover work health and safety, grief and loss along with the handling of coffins, funeral and hearse equipment. With a focus on practical learning, you can […]
Silent Pillars
Being a rural and regional funeral director presents its own set of unique challenges. Unlike their city counterparts, those working in the country are required to travel further, support a wider community and operate with minimal staff. Understandably, this can become quite isolating. At IFISS, we are here to also support the truly remarkable work […]
Funeral Industry Administrator Receptionist Role
Job Title: Funeral Industry Administrator Receptionist Location: Northern Inner-City Melbourne Position Type: Full-Time Salary Package: $60,000 – $70,000 Working Hours: 7:00 – 7:30 AM – 3:30-4.30 PM Our client is currently seeking an exceptional Administration professional to join a team in the funeral care industry. This is a key supporting role that requires a dynamic […]
It’s time to have your say
What are your future career goals? We’re planning our training courses for 2025 and we want to hear from you. Are you looking to enter the death care industry? Or are you wanting to improve on your existing skills and increase your knowledge? At IFISS, we want to build training and resources that better support […]
We are your team
We know how important being part of a team is to our wellbeing, and for those who work in death care this is vital to our ability to deliver amazing funerals for families. So how do individual suppliers find that support outside of a service? Consider the team at IFISS your support crew. In the […]
What does our industry need?
Often in the death industry, we face logistical or emotional challenges that in the moment, we may not be equipped with the knowledge to respond to. This can lead to many of us thinking, wouldn’t it be good if there was a resource that could help me navigate this? At IFISS, we want to build […]
Mentoring the mentor
Have you ever wanted to pass on your knowledge, but were unsure that you’ve got enough knowledge to share? Or perhaps you’re unclear on how to go about becoming a mentor. No matter what your role within our industry, everyone can be a mentor. At IFISS, we’re here to help you become a confident mentor […]
IFISS Operational Hours Over the Festive Season
Dear friends of IFISS, Please share amongst your teams that IFISS will be closed on the Public Holidays for Easter – Good Friday to Easter Monday. We are available if you require urgent access for transfers or urgent mortuary care – please contact the Main Line 0490 533 870. There will be additional charges. Have a happy […]
IFISS Mortuary at Capacity
Dear Friends Of IFISS, Just a courtesy email to inform you that our Mortuary is currently running at capacity. In the interim, could we please ask that you phone us on the IFISS office number PRIOR to arranging any loved ones being transferred into our care. Thank you for your understanding.
You’re not alone
There has always been a level of support amongst peers in the death care industry. After all, extending kindness and compassion to others is why we do what we do. And recently, we noticed a shift in the industry. At IFISS, we’re here to support you and you can always call on us. Still, there […]