Pet Crematorium Operator - Meaningful, Hands-On Role

MAYDAY Recruitment Group; Clackline; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Steel-capped boots provided

Protective equipment provided

Close-knit team environment

Job summary

MAYDAY Recruitment, on behalf of a respected pet aftercare organisation, seeks a Cremator Operator in Clackline. This hands-on role supports the cremation and aftercare of beloved family pets, ensuring dignity and respect throughout the process.

You will work in a small team, handle deceased pets, operate cremation equipment, tag and track specimens, and maintain a clean, safe workplace. Full training is provided, with permanent full-time and casual opportunities and rotating early/late shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be physically capable of regular lifting, moving and handling deceased pets.
• Comfortable around deceased animals and bodily fluids.
• Ability to work in a hot environment near cremation equipment.
• Strong attention to identification, tagging and tracking procedures.
• Basic computer skills for scanning, data entry and reporting.
• Proactive approach to maintenance, cleanliness and safety.
• Flexible to support different areas and work within a small team.
• Commitment to treating every pet with dignity and care.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, unloading and sorting deceased pets with respect.
• Preparing and managing cremations, operating cremation equipment.
• Loading and operating cremators, milling, processing and preparing ashes.
• Tagging, weighing and tracking pets with detailed records.
• Quality checks on ashes, accurate packaging and documentation.
• Maintaining a clean, hygienic working environment and cool room.
• Assisting with collection/delivery of pets and ashes to clinics/clients.
• Welcoming families during viewings and providing compassionate service.
• Site maintenance and upkeep of equipment and cemetery grounds.

Skills

Physical capability

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Reliability

Professional conduct

Job description

MAYDAY Recruitment, on behalf of a respected pet aftercare organisation, seeks a Cremator Operator in Clackline. This hands-on role supports the cremation and aftercare of beloved family pets, ensuring dignity and respect throughout the process.

You will work in a small team, handle deceased pets, operate cremation equipment, tag and track specimens, and maintain a clean, safe workplace. Full training is provided, with permanent full-time and casual opportunities and rotating early/late shifts.