About Us:
We create extraordinary experiences. We create memories, we take care of our shared heritage. This means careers where we have to innovate and always push for better, and where your perspective is always valued. This is a world where we bring together our love for the natural environment and our care for one another to make a real difference. This is a world where you'll discover something new, every day.
Working in our Operations team, you'll be helping with the maintenance and presentation of one of our unique open spaces in Melbourne's South East. This means a permanent role, with opportunities to grow and learn. At the same time, you'll discover family friendly hours, great employee benefits and a safe working environment.
The Role:
Join us in this full time, ongoing position as our Senior Monument Inspector where you will oversee monument installations and work closely with our contractors to ensure compliance across all SMCT sites.
Based at our beautiful Springvale Botanical Cemetery, you will be responsible for maintaining strong, collaborative relationships and ensuring SMCT's standards and values are upheld.
Key Responsibilities:
* Issue permits, inspect installations, and regulate monument repairs to meet legislative standards and SMCT's vision.
* Check monument foundations for compliance and oversee quality across grave sites.
* Collaborate with Stonemasons to plan and execute works effectively.
* Monitor memorial installations and report discrepancies promptly.
* Maintain data on CRM, coordinate removal of unauthorised memorials, and liaise with families.
* Identify areas for improvement and implement changes as needed.
* Manage reporting requirements and ensure records are accurately maintained.
* Adhere to HSW procedures, promote SMCT policies, and support sustainability efforts.
About You: We're looking for someone with:
* Excellent initiative and self-management skills.
* Strong administrative experience, capable of managing multiple jobs across various sites.
* Ability to thrive under pressure in a complex environment.
* Highly developed relationship management skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
* Unrestricted Australian Driver's License.
What's on offer?
You can expect a career beyond your expectations, with personal and professional rewards. Plus, we offer a range of great benefits.
* Employee Health, Wellbeing and Assistance Programs, including free onsite Osteopath and regular health checks and initiatives.
* Leadership and Development Programs.
* Plant and equipment training upon completion of a 6-month probationary period - this may include Excavators, Trucks, Tractors, Buggies, Scissor Lifts, Bobcats, Front end Loader, Backhoe, manual and mechanical tools.
* No waiting period for unpaid parental leave and only 3 month waiting period for paid parental leave for full time and part time employees.
* Supportive and people-focused culture at a purpose-driven organisation.
* Discounts at our employee café and on-site florists.
SMCT is an equal opportunity employer, a Diversity Council Australia Member and are proudly endorsed by WORK180, in our ongoing commitment to raising workplace standards for all.
We care for our colleagues and the community we serve. To protect one another it is a requirement that all successful candidates complete background checks, including proof of COVID vaccinations.
If you have any access requirements to fully participate in our recruitment process, please contact recruitment@smct.org.au.
For more information on Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust, please visit our website: www.smct.org.au.