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A Crematorium Technician coordinates activities at a crematorium facility. You might operate crematorium equipment and assist with services and ceremonies. Crematorium Technicians liaise with families and clergy and may organise relevant paperwork. You might arrange for families to view bodies or oversee other details such as transport.
Crematorium Technicians should have strong people skills and be able to communicate well with people who are grieving. You’ll need to be able to follow instructions closely and work to correct procedures. Crematorium Technicians must be able to work as part of a team and should be able to manage several tasks at one time.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Crematorium Technician.
Possible job outcomes:
Get a job at a funeral home or crematorium with the SIF40113 Certificate IV in Funeral Services. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to work effectively in the funeral services industry, dealing with grief responses and supervising small work teams. During your studies you’ll gain a range of operational skills and graduate able to advise clients on funeral costs and associated purchases, arrange a funeral, oversee viewings, co-ordinate funeral operations, and arrange for domestic and interstate repatriations. The course also covers administration and communication skills. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, study units, and upcoming course dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
Get started in funerary work with the SIF30113 Certificate III in Cemetery and Crematorium Operations. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to work effectively in the funeral services industry, serving clients and dealing with grief responses. The course also delivers skills in administration, burial and cremation, cemetery coordination, client service and sales, marketing, public relationships and much more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, graduation outcomes, and future enrolment dates..
In Australia, a full time Crematorium Technician generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has seen strong employment growth over the last five years. There are currently 4,900 people working as a Crematorium Technician in Australia and this number is likely to ready 5,000 by 2025. Crematorium Technicians may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a Crematorium Technician interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Cemetery and Crematorium Operations. This course will prepare you for work in the funeral services industry with topics including administration, client service and sales, marketing and public relationships. A Certificate IV in Funeral Services may also be appropriate.
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Here are some potential career pathways within funeral services. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Funeral Services
Crematorium Technician
$960 weekly pay
Funeral Assistant
Funeral Director
$1,150 weekly pay
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