Applications are invited from interested persons for the above position of
Casual Cemeteries Attendant/Ranger, based at our Gundagai Depot.
This position assists in the excavation and preparation of gravesites for burial at Council Cemeteries. Provides ground keeping, repairs and maintenance and cleaning services at the Council cemeteries and other designated public areas. Supports and relieves the Ranger to attend to compliance matters.
Key responsibilities include:
- Ensures a high level of presentation of surroundings for mourners and visitors at Council cemeteries.
- Ensures graveside areas are prepared in co-operation with funeral directors in a timely and sensitive manner.
- Routinely clean Council’s public amenities to a high standard to provide hygienic facilities for the general public.
- Ensures grounds’ keeping at Council cemeteries complies with the Voluntary Conservation Agreements covering those locations.
- Ensure compliance with Council’s Work Health & Safety and Risk policies and procedures for the provision of worker and public safety.
- Assist and relieve Council’s Rangers to attend to compliance matters under the Companion Animals Act, POEI Act, Local Government Act, Impounding Act and Roads act and assist with dog control duties, pound maintenance and the welfare of impounded animals.
- Working within Council’s Park and Gardens team, including labouring, mowing, spraying and other duties as required.
Benefits:
- Casual Hourly Rate $38.18 (includes 25% loading).
- 12% super guarantee levy payable by Council.
Further information and a Position Description is available by contacting Council on 1300 459 689 or Council’s website www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au.
NOTE: Applicants must adequately address the essential criteria contained in the Position Description and include an up-to-date resume and copies of relevant licences and qualifications. Failure to do so may result in your application not being considered.
Applications, addressed to the Interim General Manager should be submitted by
5.00 pm on Friday 3 April 2026 by post to Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council, PO Box 420, Cootamundra NSW 2590, delivered to Council’s offices at Cootamundra or Gundagai or by email to mail@cgrc.nsw.gov.au