Sexton

• Prepare graves accurately and professionally
• Deliver burial, cremation‑related, and memorial services in accordance with council procedures
• Support full burials, ash interments, ash scatterings, memorial placements, and any other sexton services required
• Provide calm, respectful support to families during emotionally significant moments
• Maintain cemetery grounds to keep them tidy, safe, and welcoming through general maintenance
• Ensure burial, cremation, and plot records are accurate and up to date
• Contribute to the upkeep of cemetery assets
• Assist with public and funeral director enquiries
• Prepare sites for services
• Play an active part in the wider Asset Services and Community Experience teams

• Experience in cemetery operations, grounds maintenance, or other practical outdoor work
• Confidence using and maintaining small machinery and tools
• Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately in sensitive situations
• Knowledge of burial processes, cemetery legislation, and cultural practices, including tikanga Māori
• Strong administrative skills
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing

Staff who speak te reo Maori, have an appreciation of Maori values, and a working knowledge of tikanga Maori

Supported in your development, including opportunities to further build understanding of Māori cultural practices and work effectively within a diverse community