Cemetery Operations Groundsperson

• Full time, Permanent role
• Two RDO's (Rostered Day Off) per month
• Salary: EBA Level 2.1 ($77,566.99+Super)
• Location: Fawkner

Are you someone who has extensive experience in grounds/garden maintenance?

Are you compassionate by nature?

The opportunity

This role within our Fawkner Cemetery involves the upkeep and general maintenance of the cemetery grounds by way of weeding, pruning, digging, raking, mulching, planting, spraying, hedging, edging, blowing, reticulation, mowing.

This work is fast paced, highly intensive and physically demanding and often involves working in adverse weather conditions. Communication, compassion and solid horticulture skills are key to success in this role.

This role is the entry level for the Cemetery Operations Officer - Horticulture role. New staff will complete a training needs analysis upon commencement and undertake training within their first 12 months of employment. Upon successful completion of a competency assessment (which includes having completed a Cert III in Horticulture or already had a Cert III Horticulture or higher equivalent qualification approved by GMCT) at the end of their first 12 months, staff can progress to a Level 3.

To be successful in this position you will require:

•    Experience in parks and gardens maintenance (or similar), including relevant plant and tool operation

•    Current Victorian driver's licence (mandatory)

•    Sound understanding of all aspects of grounds maintenance

•    People-focused communication and interpersonal skills

•    Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

A career with us:

Our people are our most valued asset – we understand the importance of providing a rewarding, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people are empowered to bring their best selves.

We offer:

•    Comprehensive induction program

•    Two RDO's (Rostered Day Off) per month

•    Fantastic Training and Development opportunities 

•    Free onsite car parking

•    A collaborative team that fosters growth and innovation

•    Employees provided with uniform, PPE and Laundry services

•    Employee Assistance Program to support our employees and their family's overall wellbeing

How to apply:

Please ensure you include a cover letter as part of your application. We would like to know why you are interested in the role, and how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are applicable to the role.

Applications close 5pm, Friday 24 October

For a confidential discussion, please contact Jayde Stow

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This position requires the successful candidate to undergo a pre-employment medical and police check.

GMCT is a Supportive Employer of Australian Defence Force Reservists.

GMCT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs - so reach out to us at

What we do

The Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust (GMCT) is a not-for-profit, purpose driven organisation - and we give effect to that purpose through our staff.

We take pride in the quality of our team. We are committed to the development of our team and foster a dynamic and people centred work culture that is dedicated to fulfilling our vision.

We are a business that truly live and breathe our values of integrity, compassion, respect and sustainability, and our team genuinely cares for and supports one another.