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 permanent full-time position available for
an experienced Team Leader Crematorium at Pinnaroo Valley Memorial
Park. There is one fixed-term full time position available at
Fremantle.
Applicants found suitable in this process may be
contacted to fill similar fixed term and permanent vacancies over
the next 6 months.
About you
- Completion of Certificate II Funeral Operations, or other
relevant qualification, and relevant experience.
- Demonstrated ability to provide leadership by training,
mentoring, and supervising a small team.
- Proven ability to identify and resolve routine operational
issues while supporting the implementation of safe systems of
work.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including
the ability to communicate respectfully with a variety of
stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
- Competency in computer skills, including the use of
Microsoft Office applications.
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate person who is keen to provide a
seamless and high-quality service to clients in our beautiful
cemeteries.
The Crematorium Team Leader will be responsible for:
- Supervision of a small team of Cemetery Workers
(Crematorium) and the participation in the day-to-day delivery
of crematorium services.
- Operate and maintain relevant equipment (e.g. cremators and
trolleys), ensuring crematorium work floor and associated
equipment cleaning duties are performed according to the
required schedule.
- Prepares, maintains and audits cremation and memorial
records and updates schedules and workflows accurately in
Cemetery Records System (CRS)
- In conjunction with Crematorium Coordinator, assists in the
coordination and delivery of on-the-job training for employees,
including training in relation to workers health and safety in
the Crematorium.
- Assists with the formal site induction training of new
employees.
- Assists in the resolution of public enquiries and
complaints, and reports matters where appropriate to the
Manager Operations and Crematorium Coordinator.
- Liaise with internal MCB stakeholders (Booking Consultants,
Memorial Services Officer) and external stakeholders (funeral
directors), where required.
- Assists with the review and development of crematorium
policies, practices, and procedures.
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 Ms Sarah
Atkinson - Manager Operations (Northern) on 93070372.
Please also refer to the attached Job Description Form to assist
you in preparing your application. If you experience
difficulties downloading any of these documents, please contact
People and Capability at HR@mcb.wa.gov.au
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 2 pages outlining your
working background and relevant skills and knowledge related to
the role.
Eligibility Requirements
- The recommended applicant 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.
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 04 February 2026 at
4pm.
