Mata Durga Temple, Kelmscott (Perth metro), Western Australia is hiring a full-time Hindu Temple Priest (Minister of Religion — ANZSCO 272211). The role is listed on Australia’s official Workforce Australia government job board.

Salary: AUD $74,000 – $80,000 per year. Employment: Full-time / permanent. Location: Unit 11, 2756 Albany Highway, Kelmscott WA 6111, Australia.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, prepare and perform all daily Poojas.
  • Ensure deity attire, garlands, fruits and other items are ready before each Pooja.
  • Ensure major Poojas, Abhishekams, and Festivals start and finish on schedule.
  • Perform marriages and special religious services.
  • Conduct private religious ceremonies for community members (with prior committee approval).
  • Preside over house-warming ceremonies.
  • Provide astrological readings for auspicious occasions when requested.
  • Participate in meetings / conferences promoting Hindu culture and tradition.
  • Ensure every devotee leaves the temple happy, content and spiritually fulfilled.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Must have been ‘ordained’ or have ‘professed to a religious life’ as a Minister of Religion (or equivalent accreditation within the religion).
  • Minimum qualifications equivalent to a relevant Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) bachelor degree, OR
  • At least five years of relevant structured training or instruction (experience alone does NOT substitute — must be structured training).

How to Apply

This position is advertised on the Workforce Australia government platform. Direct enquiries and applications to the temple:

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Email: jaimatadiwa@gmail.com

Phone: +61 493 584 724 • +61 420 212 251

Websites: jaimatadi.com.au • matadurgatemple.org

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Genuine, active listing on Workforce Australia. Verify current status with the temple before applying. Solid opportunity for a qualified priest seeking a permanent role in Perth. See our Hindu jobs Australia guide for related openings and immigration context.

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