Shivacharya Full-Time Job Opening at Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple (HSV) – Largest Hindu Temple in Australia, Melbourn

Shivacharya Full-Time Job Opening at Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple (HSV) – Largest Hindu Temple in Australia, Melbourne

The Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple (HSV), proudly recognized as the largest Hindu temple in Australia, is actively recruiting a dedicated full-time Shivacharya (Hindu Priest) to serve its vibrant community in Melbourne, Victoria. Located at 52 Boundary Rd, Carrum Downs VIC 3201, this magnificent temple complex, owned and operated by the Hindu Society of Victoria (HSV), features 18 shrines housing 45 deities and follows authentic Shivagama traditions in the Shaivite sector alongside Vaikhanasa sastras in the Vaishnavite sector.

HSV stands as a spiritual landmark for Hindus across Australia, hosting daily worship, grand festivals like Brahmothsavams and Kumbhabishekams, and community events that preserve and promote Sanatana Dharma. With its expansive facilities and commitment to Agama shastra rituals, the temple offers an ideal environment for experienced priests passionate about Shaivite traditions and multi-deity seva.

Key Responsibilities for the Shivacharya Role

The selected priest will lead comprehensive temple services with precision and devotion:

Perform daily poojas, aartis, abhishekams, Vedic ceremonies, and rituals strictly as per Hindu Agama shastra.
Conduct special pujas, Brahmothsavams, Kumbhabishekams, utsavams, homams, and major festivals.
Specialize in Shaivite traditions while serving multiple shrines and deities across the temple.
Sanctify deities, moolasthanam (sanctum sanctorum), and temple properties; prepare naivedyam and prasadam.
Guide other priests, attend to devotees’ spiritual needs, manage event preparations, and promote Hindu culture.
Handle accounting of offerings and perform additional duties as directed by temple management.

This full-time role demands unwavering commitment to temple schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and festival periods.

Who We’re Looking For: Requirements and Qualifications

HSV seeks a highly qualified and traditionally trained candidate:

Brahmin by birth/tradition.
Strictly follow the traditional Shivacharya dress code.
Completed general education up to Year 12 (or equivalent).
At least 5 years of Vedic education in a Gurukula or under a recognized/qualified Guru.
Minimum 5 years experience as Shivacharya in a reputed temple.
Proven ability to perform Brahmothsavams and Kumbhabishekams.
Able to speak and write English fluently for community interaction.
Dedicated to full-time temple service and teamwork.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive package (specific details provided upon application and interview).
Opportunity to serve in Australia’s premier Hindu temple with long-term stability and community respect.

Why Join Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple (HSV)?

As Australia’s largest Hindu temple, HSV provides a dynamic platform for spiritual leadership, cultural preservation, and devotee service. The temple’s scale, dual Shaivite-Vaishnavite focus, and active festival calendar make it a dream destination for qualified Shivacharyas seeking meaningful seva in a supportive, multicultural setting. Devotees value the temple’s authentic rituals, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere.

If you meet these criteria and feel called to serve Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and the broader Hindu community Down Under, this is a rare and divine opportunity.

How to Apply for the Shivacharya Position

Visit the official Job Opportunities page: https://www.hsvshivavishnutemple.org.au/job-opportunities
Send your application and resume to: secretary@hsvtemple.org.au
Contact the temple directly: Phone +61 3 9782 0878 or use the email form on the website.
For full details, refer to the temple’s priest advertisement PDF on the site.

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