Cemetery Operations Team Member

• Permanent Role (7-day roster including weekends and public holidays)
• Skill, development, and training is provided
•  A diverse role that requires a full clean driving licence

He angitūtanga: The opportunity 

Do you enjoy the outdoors and thrive in a hands-on environment?

If you are physically fit and looking for your next career challenge, this role is for you!

We're looking for a team player to join our Operations Division at the Waikumete Cemetery. Waikumete is the Southern Hemisphere’s largest burial ground for service personnel of the World Wars and post-war veterans. You will be part of a passionate and experienced team who deliver a service that ensures our community's needs are met and exceeded during the most difficult time.

In this role, you will also be responsible for: 
•    Adornment management
•    After burial care
•    General grounds maintenance priorities

You can view a copy of the position description here

He kōrero mōu: About you

As a Sexton, you will be part of our burial team with a variety of cemetery operational tasks including burial preparation, attending burials, and assisting in the crematorium. The job may involve the possibility of doing chapel assistant roles if needed. 

We will be looking for people who are:

 
•    Compassionate
•    Reliable
•    Team players
•    Good communicators

Proven organisational skills is essential to the smooth running of our burial process, chapel, and crematorium facilities. You will be assisting families with parking, advising on any health and safety requirements and most importantly, ensuring families feel comfortable and are well attended to.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

If you are looking to share some valuable hours helping families and supporting your community, this role is for you!

This is a permanent position with a 40 hour week  + overtime as required. Uniforms, training and equipment will be provided.

This role is deemed safety sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Apply Now!

Applications close Wednesday 22nd May 2024

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.