Shri Shiva Mandir, Minto (Shri Shiva Mandir Ltd) is hiring for the role of Sculptor (traditional Hindu temple sculptural works) in Minto, New South Wales, Australia. The temple's Jobs page lists this under Current Vacancies. The advertisement is undated and gives no closing date; it is for the temple's 3rd Maha Kumbha Abhishekam restoration project, which the temple plans for 7 to 11 April 2027. This is a craft role, not a priest post.

Job at a glance

  • Employer: Shri Shiva Mandir, Minto (Shri Shiva Mandir Ltd)
  • Role: Sculptor (traditional Hindu temple sculptural works)
  • Location: Minto, New South Wales, Australia
  • Type: Fixed-term project engagement
  • Pay: Competitive pay matching skills and experience (amount not stated in the listing)
  • Last date: Not stated; the listing is open until filled

Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience as a sculptor, heritage artisan or temple sculptor
  • Experience producing religious, architectural or decorative sculptures
  • Experience producing deity sculptures, relief work, ornamental carvings or architectural sculpture
  • Ability to work from detailed design drawings, traditional design references and project specifications
  • Strong artistic ability and attention to detail
  • Experience in temple, heritage or cultural restoration projects is highly regarded

Duties

  • Create, restore and install sacred sculptural elements within the temple complex
  • Produce deity sculptures, decorative reliefs, sacred guardian figures and traditional temple ornamentation
  • Construct and restore sculptures including Dasa Avatar, Shiva Thandava, Nandhi and Kosta Vigraha works
  • Complete decorative features including yali sculptures, floral medallions and architectural reliefs
  • Carry out traditional finishing and detailing for the restoration
  • Make sure sculptural works follow traditional Hindu temple design and iconography
  • Work under the supervising Sthapathi and temple management

Visa and work authorisation

The listing does not mention visa sponsorship.

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How to apply

Submit your resume and details of relevant experience to Shri Shiva Mandir: email info@shrishivamandir.org.au or call 0416 913 014 (contact details from the temple's Jobs page; 201 Eagleview Road, Minto NSW 2566).

Source and verification

Details on this page are taken from the temple's official advertisement published by Shri Shiva Mandir Minto, checked by HinduTone on 18 October 2026. Listings change; confirm the role, pay and closing date directly with Shri Shiva Mandir Minto before applying. HinduTone is not the employer and does not handle applications.

Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for this job?

Submit your resume and details of relevant experience to Shri Shiva Mandir: email info@shrishivamandir.org.au or call 0416 913 014 (contact details from the temple's Jobs page; 201 Eagleview Road, Minto NSW 2566).

Is visa sponsorship or work authorisation required?

The listing does not mention visa sponsorship.

What is the pay?

Competitive pay matching skills and experience (amount not stated in the listing).

Is this listing verified?

Yes. HinduTone checked it against the official listing (https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/0f2f2c68-451b-47ac-8f2a-ce8d1612be1b/Advertisement%20Draft_Sculptor.pdf) on 18 October 2026. Always confirm details directly with Shri Shiva Mandir Minto before applying.

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