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 an opportunity for enthusiastic and well organised Manager Operations to coordinate cemetery operations, grounds and garden maintenance at Pinnaroo, Midland, and Guildford Cemeteries. The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring that the cemetery is maintained to a safe and presentable standard and a diverse range of activities performed by the Burials, Grounds and Crematorium teams, ensuring the delivery of all funeral services as scheduled. This will require demonstrated skills in leadership, people and project management, organisational and time management, communication and innovation.
About you
- You have experience in managing operational teams.
- You undertake, maintain, and implement safe work practices.
- You look for ways to deliver great service, whilst ensuring processes are followed.
- You work well in a team environment.
- You will align with our values of Compassion, Respect, Understanding and Integrity.
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate person who will be responsible for:
- the daily Management and Coordination of operational services undertaken by the crematorium, burial and grounds teams
- ensuring cemeteries are maintained in a safe and presentable standard
- ensuring application of MCB and OSH legislation, policies, procedures and processes by operational staff
- the effective deployment of staff, physical and financial resources
- building team and individual capabilities to create cohesive productive teams
- contributing to cemetery planning and review across all MCB sites, and
- acting as the Site Emergency Chief Warden for allocated site/s.
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 ongoing training and development opportunities;
- flexible start and finish times consistent with operational requirements;
- full-time and part-time opportunities;
- remunerates you with Agreement based salary and leave entitlements plus 11.5% superannuation; and
- includes employee assistance and wellbeing programs to maintain 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.
What we look for – Work Related Requirements
When applying for this position, you need to demonstrate your experience, knowledge and skills against each of the following work related requirements:
- Qualification in a related discipline such as Horticulture, Landscape or Property Maintenance, Operations Management, or extensive relevant experience.
- Demonstrated leadership and people management skills within an operations environment, including supervising a diverse multidisciplinary outdoor workforce.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with well-developed conceptual and analytical skills and the ability to successfully negotiate difficult matters.
- Experience in managing projects and financial resources whilst being proficient in the use of computer applications, in particular the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
- Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Commitment to personal integrity, ethical decision making, and MCB’s Values of Respect, Understanding, Compassion and Integrity.
- Sound knowledge of Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Occupational Safety and Health legislation and the ability to correctly apply these in the workplace.
Desirable
- Certificate IV Leadership and Management or equivalent.
- Ability to manage emergency situations.
Further Job Related information
For more information about these roles please contact Mr Ash Oliver, Chief Operating Officer, on 9383 5229.
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 the Human Resources team on (08) 9383 5228.
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:
- Please submit your current CV outlining your work experience and skills as relevant to this opportunity.
- Please include a covering letter of no more than 2 pages outlining why you believe you would be a great fit for this role.
Eligibility Requirements
- Appointment is subject to a satisfactory National Police Clearance. 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.
- Current and valid Western Australian driver’s licence, or equivalent.
On-line application lodgement
Apply online by clicking on the “apply for job” button.
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 Wednesday, 22 January 2025 at 10:00am.
