Cemetery Attendant

Reference Number: 13447
Salary: $53,974.42 per annum
Location: Various Cairns Cemeteries
Close Date: Sunday, 31 January 2021

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Cemetery Attendant to join our team now! Develop your career with Cairns Regional Council, an innovative employer that listens, respects and values your contribution.  We’re proud of our community and the key role you can play in making the Cairns region a great place to live, work and learn.  Our commitment to high quality services means that we need talented, committed people – we need you! 

The primary objectives of the position are: 

• To provide a safe, efficient and dignified burial service as required.
• To ensure that the programmed maintenance of Council Cemeteries is conducted in a safe and efficient manner to maintain the high standard expected by the community
• Work across all Council Cemeteries as required

To be successful in this role you will require: 

• Current motor vehicle (Class “C”) Licence.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in grounds maintenance activities including the operation and maintenance of ride-on mowers, push mowers, brush cutters and other plant and machinery.
• Demonstrated ability to perform a range of labouring tasks related to grounds maintenance and grave preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to relate to the public in a fair and courteous manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to display tact, integrity and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters. 

In return we offer the following benefits:  

• 19 day month
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• 12% contribution to superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Subsidised uniform allowance
• Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym / swimming pool)
• On-going opportunities for learning and professional development 

For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria please download a copy of the information kit.

How to Apply:

Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:

• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
• Copy of your Resume.

Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.

Pre-Employment Assessment: 

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre‑employment assessments / checks:-  

• Pre‑employment medical, which will include a functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol test.
• National police / criminal history check.
• Practical Assessment
• Numeracy and Literacy Assessment
• Computer Skills Assessment
• Qualification / Licence Verification
• Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) Verification
• Right to Work in Australia Check
• Directorship Check

Employment Eligibility:

To be eligible to apply for a position at Cairns Regional Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria:-

• Permanent resident of Australia
• Australian Citizen
• New Zealand Citizen
• Entitlement to work visa