Grave Digger

COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

GRAVE DIGGER

REF NO: 44006280 / VARIOUS

RECREATION AND PARKS DIRECTORATE

PARKS LEISURE AND CEMETERIES DIVISION

Grade: 04

Key Responsibility Areas: 

• Prepares for the days work ensuring that tools, materials and equipment are provided and are in a good working order. 

• Marks and prepares allocated grave sites and niches for burials. 

• Undertakes reburials, recycling and exhumations. 

• Use small plant and equipment to maintains cemetery grounds and infrastructure. 

• Maintains allocated small plant and equipment in a clean and functional condition. 

• Assists patrons and visitors. 

Competencies: 

• Managing work. 

• Planning and organising. 

• Facilities specific skills. 

• Workplace safety. 

• Interpersonal relationships. 

• Communication. 

• Service delivery. 

• Action orientation. 

• Learning organisation. 

Essential Requirements: 

• Grade 10 or equivalent. 

• 1 Month relevant experience. 

Preferred Requirements: 

• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. 

• 3 Months relevant experience. 

Special Conditions: 

• May be required to handle human remains. 

• Required to work overtime. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be physically fit.