Sexton

Whakatane District Council

Full time, permanent position
Five weeks' annual leave

Ko wai mātau | About us

The people at Whakatāne District Council love what we do because we do it for others, and that feels good. We work hard but understand it's important to stop and play too. We're on a learning journey because we know we can always do better, and we know we're better together. Do you want to come on that journey with us?

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

This is a critical role within our team, responsible for ensuring all interments, cremations and disinterments are delivered professionally, respectfully and in accordance with specifications and legislative requirements. The role also involves a range of duties, including horticultural maintenance, to ensure a high standard of presentation within our cemeteries and providing assistance to the wider Open Spaces team. The operation of excavators and other smaller horticultural machinery e.g. line trimmers, is a requirement. Adherence to safety protocols are paramount in this role to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, public, visitors and contractors.

There is a requirement to work overtime and weekends, as required. Candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, drug & alchol test and Ministry of Justice vetting.

Ko wai koe | About you

We'll provide the support - you'll bring your enthusiasm, great attitude, awesome teamwork and motivation. You will also have:

A compassionate and caring attitude
An understanding of tikanga Māori
A recognised qualification in the funeral industry and a qualification in Amenity Horticulture is desirable.
A good level of physical fitness for this manual work which does involve heavy lifting,
Experience in a similar position,
Pride and satisfaction in well-presented outdoor spaces
Experience and an ability to operate small machinery associated with outdoor work.
Self-motivated and the ability to work autonomously
A full clean driver's licence with Wheels, Tracks and Rollers endorsement
A dedication to continuous improvement, both in our environment and workplace

Above all else, a good sense of humour and a great work ethic - all with a big smile!

You'll get access to a range of staff benefits including free swimming pool access. You'll never be more than half an hour away from rivers, lakes, forests, beaches, and great walks - most are just on your doorstep. We love this place, and you will too.

Ngā whaipainga |Our values