Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.

Our employee benefits include professional development and adaptable working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s significant to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.

AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility.

DIRECTORATE:

Infrastructure, Planning & Environment

CLASSIFICATION:

Apprentice

SALARY:

A minimum of $860.50 per week + 12% employer contribution to superannuation

REPORTING TO:

Leading Hand Cemeteries & Crematorium

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Temporary Full Time - up to 4 years THE POSITION:

Assist in the development and maintenance of Memorial Park, landscapes, and gardens within the AlburyCity Cemeteries and Crematorium (including Glenmorus Memorial Gardens and Crematorium). This role will involve daily exposure to funerals, grief, and bereavement, with cremations and burials being central to the operations. Candidates for this position must demonstrate emotional maturity in dealing with death and end-of-life situations and be comfortable working in this professional environment.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Under direction, assist in the following:

- Assist in the maintenance of the cemeteries and crematorium grounds.
- Assist in the construction of landscapes in the cemetery and crematorium grounds.
- Provide advice to the public and visitors in a polite and effective manner.
- Use all plant and equipment in a safe and competent manner.
- Ensure all routine maintenance to plant and equipment used is carried out.
- Assist in the maintenance and establishment of coffin burial preparation and cremation memorialisation sites within the cemeteries and crematorium grounds.
- Assist under guidance with the cremation process and using related equipment.
- Use relevant skills to assist other areas within the Community & Place cluster where requested.
- Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence and training.
- Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS.
- Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day to day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity's Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity's Code of Conduct.

Qualifications

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal

- Our People

External
- Our Community

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

- Based on a 38 hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 4.00pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity’s RDO guidelines. These times may vary due to operational requirements and will be determined by the supervisor.
- This position may involve work outside normal working hours. Additional hours over the standard 38 hours will attract a time in lieu arrangement or payment of overtime rates as agreed in advance with your supervisor.
- This position requires enrolment and study towards a Certificate III in Parks and Gardens or equivalent as part of an AlburyCity Apprenticeship. Enrolment will be organised by the Our People Team. The study component of the course will be primarily completed outside standard working hours of the position.




- This position is a formal apprenticeship and is regulated by the Apprenticeship & Traineeship Act 2001. Applicants with equivalent industry qualifications are ineligible to apply. For further information, please contact the Human Resources Team on 02 6023 8700.
- This position is for a temporary period of up to 4 years.
- In line with the provisions of the Local Government (State) Award, this position will receive the Level 1, Adverse Working Conditions Allowance.
- This position requires you to wear a compulsory uniform as per AlburyCity’s Our People Dress Code Standards. Our People are required to present a smart and professional image to the public at all times including when in public and when working remotely.
- This position will be provided with vaccination against the following infectious diseases:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B

- This position involves working in a predominantly outdoor environment where a varying range of temperatures, weather conditions and walking surfaces may be experienced. The position requires a moderate level of aerobic and physical fitness to undertake regular physical activities such as walking, lifting, pulling, pushing along with the capacity to maintain normal manual handling tasks across the work day – depending on the nature of the tasks undertaken. The use of relevant work method statements and appropriate WHS standards are an integral part of the role. A full functional and medical assessment is required for this position
- This position is subject to preemployment and ongoing audiometric (hearing) assessment in accordance with AlburyCity Procedures
- This position is subject to alcohol and other drug testing
- This position is located at the AlburyCity’s Cemeteries and Crematoria – Glenmorus Memorial Gardens & Crematorium, 54 Glenmorus Street, Glenroy NSW 2640, with visits to other cemetery locations

ALBURYCITY APPRENTICE CRITERIA: To be considered eligible for this position:

- An applicant must not have 50% or more of the identified qualification or a similar or a higher industry qualification completed.
- The recruitment of an AlburyCity Apprentice is based on the assumption of no/limited industry skills or knowledge and is not based on age.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

- Minimum completion of Year 10 or equivalent
- Learner Licence, Provisional Licence or Class C (standard) Driver’s Licence (compulsory to maintain)

SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

- A demonstrated interest in parks and gardens and horticulture
- Basic knowledge in the use of horticultural tools and equipment
- Understanding of safe work practices
- Fundamental literacy skills in receiving and executing instructions

Our Organisation: We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities and the custodians of an environment like no other. We consistently deliver best-in-class leadership, services, facilities and experiences, providing exceptional living for our local community.

Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. We encourage applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people of all ages and identities.

Our Values: These are the ways we work, with each other, with our community, and with our partners. They guide our day-to-day decisions, our culture and our direction.



This is how we work together to make it happen.

- Accountability (We Own it): We take responsibility for our actions and decisions, support each other to do the same, and strive to do what's right, even when it's hard.
- Working Together (We Go Further): We support each other, share success, and know that when we work together, we go further.
- Integrity (We Do What's Right): We do the right thing, even when no one is watching. We are honest, transparent and fair.
- Future Focused (We Look Ahead): We think and act long term for a better future for Our People, community and environment.

Live Well Work Well: The health and safety of our people is more than a priority, it’s a commitment embedded within our values. Unlike priorities which change over time, our values form the basis for all that we do; they define our purpose and what we stand for. We seek to have a positive impact by developing a holistic wellbeing culture that empowers everyone to be their healthiest and happiest version, resulting in a more engaged and productive workforce with lower incidence of illness and injury. It is, and always will be, our goal to have a workplace free from harm.

Two Cities One Community: On 13 October 2017 AlburyCity and The City of Wodonga entered into an historic partnership between the two cities. In 2025 both Councils worked together to review and re-commit to the Partnership Agreement.

This partnership is a unique opportunity to develop a way forward that benefits our community as a whole with the aim of improving integration, productivity and social and economic development. It will focus on future growth that will continue to add value to both cities. Through this combined focus, underpinned by four key pillars of; leadership, economy, environment and community, we will unleash our potential and drive innovation for the benefit of the region and the nation.

Our Mission is to work together to achieve our community goals now and into the future. We understand that we are stronger together and can achieve more when working in collaboration. We will build on our current partnerships and shared values for thebetterment of Albury and Wodonga.

Child Safety: AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation and our people support, listen to and empower children and young people. We create safe environments that minimise the risk of harm and we have ZERO tolerance for child abuse, violence and neglect.

The Directorate: Business, Growth & Community - Our Business, Growth & Community Directorate focuses on providing more and better, opportunities for our people and our place. The groups within our directorate will empower our people, city and region to strive for more and to champion the significance of Albury as a national destination for life, work, culture, sport, entertainment, business and investment. We build relationships and promote engaging and actionable dialogue with our community and our partners.

We ensure good governance, financial sustainability and we facilitate a highly engaged, satisfied and well-informed workforce.

Our Service Model: People/Place/Progress - Our Service model is built around our brand pillars of empowering progress, Serving with Excellence, which is about our people and taking care of our place We are caretakers and custodians of a very special, unique place. We are committed to enhancing the experience of living on the Murray River, preserving our natural environment and promoting our region as a gateway to our many, varied landscapes.

Service Cluster: Community & Place - Our Community and Place Service Cluster plays a key role in enhancing our city’s rich tapestry. Its purpose is to contribute to a vibrant, united, caring and inviting community through integrated planning and delivery of a range of community, social, creative and cultural services.

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