Building Maintenance Tradesperson

The Metropolitan Cemeteries Board (MCB) are the caretakers of Perth’s cemeteries, entrusted to commemorate the lives of Western Australians now and into the future. We respectfully help family and friends honour the lives of loved ones and safeguard memories for future generations.

We have one position available for an experienced Building Maintenance Handyperson at Karrakatta Cemetery, which will be available for an initial period of 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Consideration will be given for full time and or part time with job sharing arrangements.

About you

·        Works within corporate policies and procedures, acts with integrity and demonstrates ethical behaviours with the MCB Code of Conduct.

·        Takes reasonable care to protect personal safety and health at work, and that of others by co-operating with the safety and health policies and procedures and complying with applicable work health and safety legislation.

·        You will align with our values of Compassion, Respect, Understanding and Integrity.

About the role

We are seeking a compassionate person who is passionate about Building Maintenanceto provide a seamless and high-quality service to clients in our beautiful cemeteries. 

The Building Maintenance Handyperson will be responsible for:

·        Undertaking general maintenance duties such as minor painting, concreting and paving works, repairs to doors, windows, minor plumbing leaks, replacing light globes, minor welding work, moving and placing furniture in offices and grounds, pressure and ad hoc cleaning at all of our sites.

·        Assisting with regular inspections to determine which areas in buildings need attention, evaluating and repairing issues as required and communicating with Supervisors when outsourcing is necessary.

·        Keeping maintenance schedules, asset data entry, inventory auditing and stocktaking.

Why you want to work at the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board

The MCB is an organisation with heart. Our work has an important role in supporting and caring for the WA community in times of grief. We provide a diverse and purposeful work environment that:

·        encourages innovation and continuous improvement

·        values self-leadership and emotional intelligence

·        provides opportunity to do rewarding and challenging work

·        provides flexible start and finish times, within operational requirements

·        provides ongoing training and development opportunities

·        remunerates you with Award based salary and leave entitlements plus 11% superannuation

·        includes employee assistance and wellbeing programs to ensure your physical and psychological health in the workplace.

Equity and Diversity 

The MCB embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women, youth and people from sexual or gender diverse orientations.

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Human Resources on 9383 5228. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64. 

Further Job Related information 

For more information about these roles please contact Mr Ian Higgins, Manager Fleet and Built Assets on 93835247.

Please also refer to the attached Job Description Form and applicant information kit to assist you in preparing your application. If you experience difficulties downloading any of these documents, please call Human Resources on (08) 9383 5***.

Find out more about the benefits of working at the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board at https://mcb.wa.gov.au/our-organisation/employment-opportunities.

How to apply

To be considered for an interview, please submit:

1. Please submit your up to date and detailed CV outlining your work experience and skills as relevant to the positions work related requirements – outlined in the Positions Job Description Form.
2. Please include a covering letter of no more than one page explaining how you are a good fit for this position.

Eligibility Requirements

1. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory National Police Clearance that is under six months old. A criminal conviction may not preclude you from gaining employment.
2. Australian permanent residency is a minimum requirement for permanent appointment to the West Australian Public Sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the contract.

3.    Recommended applicants will need to pass a pre-employment medical examination which includes a standard Drug and Alcohol screening test.

On-line application lodgement

Apply online by clicking on the “apply for job” button, which will take you to another site to upload your application and supporting documents.

Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and pro forma applications will not be accepted.

Applications close Monday 29 April 2024 at 4:00pm.