AddressThe 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.
MCB is recruiting for a pool of Burials staff to fill vacancies for the next 12 months at our Karrakatta, Padbury, Fremantle, Midland, Guildford and Rockingham sites.
About you
· You have experience in a physical outdoor environment, and an understanding of machinery operations and maintenance.
· You undertake safe work practices using correct manual handling techniques.
· You look for ways to deliver great service, whilst ensuring processes are followed.
· You work well in a team environment, and happy to learn new things to help meet team objectives.
· You will align with our values of Compassion, Respect, Understanding and Integrity.
About the role
We are seeking compassionate and professional workers to join our Burials Teams, to provide a seamless and high-quality service to clients in our beautiful cemeteries.
The Cemetery Worker (Burials) is responsible for the safe preparation of grave sites and the safe interment of the deceased in graves, vaults or Mausoleums and re-instating the site after interment.
Burials Workers will be responsible for:
· The safe preparation of grave sites (either manually (e.g. using a shovel) or mechanically (e.g. using an excavator, skid steer and/or tractors)
· The safe interment of the deceased in graves, vaults or crypts, and re-instating the site after interment.
· Meet and greet funeral processions and provide assistance as required.
· Backfill grave, removing all excess materials and leaving the grave in a safe and clean state.
· Undertake Mausoleum worksite activities
· Identify and check accuracy of the location of the grave site.
· Liaise with Funeral Directors regarding any safety issues and sight and sign relevant paperwork.
· Load and transport vehicles, ensuring vehicles are driven in a safe and appropriate manner on site.
· Clean and maintain all plant, tools and equipment used in the preparation of graves.
· Undertake exhumations, lifts of coffins or deepening of gravesites to accommodate multiple coffins in line with standard operating procedures.
Our Burials team members may be required to assist the operational teams with other operational activities such as cremations, garden/grounds maintenance and care and other operational activities as required and directed.
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 11.5% 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 Mark Byrne, Acting Manager Operations, on 9319 0423.
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:
- Your current CV outlining your work experience and skills as relevant to this opportunity.
- A covering letter of no more than two (2) pages responding to dot points one, two and three in the ‘About you’ section above.
Eligibility Requirements
- The recommended applicant(s) will need to provide a National Police Clearance prior to appointment that is less than 6 months old from date of issue or obtain one prior to appointment. A criminal conviction may not preclude you from gaining employment.
- 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.
- You will need to pass a pre-employment medical, including and alcohol and other drugs test, prior to any offer of employment
On-line application lodgement
Apply online by clicking on the “apply” button, which will take you to a new website where you will be asked some questions and be able to upload your CV and cover letter.
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 Thursday, 1 August 2024 at 4:00pm.
