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Furnace Operator at eThekwini Municipality
eThekwini Municipality
September 25, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Key Responsibility Areas:
Performing the cremation of bodies.
Maintaining crematoria facilities grounds and infrastructure.
Maintaining allocated small plant and equipment in a clean and functional condition.
Assisting members of the general public.
Observing emission from the smoke stake to ensure that smoke emission is minimal.
Moving the coffin from the chapel to the committal chamber by engaging electronic as required.
Competencies:
Managing work.
Planning and organizing.
Facility specifics skills.
Workplace safety.
Interpersonal relationships.
Communication.
Service delivery.
Action orientation.
Learning orientation.
Special Conditions:
Will be required to work with human bodies and handle human remains.
May be required to work overtime.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to perform the duties and functions of the post.
Qualifications
Essential Requirements:
Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
Certification of competency in the operation of small plant and equipment to be acquired within 6 months from appointment.
3 Months relevant experience.
Preferred Requirements:
6 Months relevant experience.
Performing the cremation of bodies.
Maintaining crematoria facilities grounds and infrastructure.
Maintaining allocated small plant and equipment in a clean and functional condition.
Assisting members of the general public.
Observing emission from the smoke stake to ensure that smoke emission is minimal.
Moving the coffin from the chapel to the committal chamber by engaging electronic as required.
Competencies:
Managing work.
Planning and organizing.
Facility specifics skills.
Workplace safety.
Interpersonal relationships.
Communication.
Service delivery.
Action orientation.
Learning orientation.
Special Conditions:
Will be required to work with human bodies and handle human remains.
May be required to work overtime.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to perform the duties and functions of the post.
Qualifications
Essential Requirements:
Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
Certification of competency in the operation of small plant and equipment to be acquired within 6 months from appointment.
3 Months relevant experience.
Preferred Requirements:
6 Months relevant experience.