Memorial Grounds Technician - Full-Time, Team & Training

Metropolitan Memorial Parks; Sutherland Shire Council; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award pay

Uniform provided

Training provided

Onsite parking

Employee assistance

Job summary

Metropolitan Memorial Parks seeks a Grounds Technician to maintain the beauty and dignity of our memorial parks at Sutherland NSW. This hands-on role involves turf maintenance, plant care, pest management and general landscape work in a supportive team.

You will operate a range of tools, work outdoors in various conditions, and interact respectfully with funeral directors, families and visitors. A positive, proactive mindset and willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Industry experience is an advantage; training will be provided.
• Proactive team player and able to work outdoors.
• Provide courteous service to families and visitors.
• Current NSW Driver's license and White Card are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Grounds maintenance including turf maintenance and pruning.
• Use tools and equipment such as blowers, hedgers, chainsaws and mowers.
• General landscape construction and weed/pest management.
• Plant trees, shrubs and assist planting plans.
• Ensure safety, reliability and high presentation standards.
• Communicate respectfully with Funeral Directors, Clergy, families and visitors.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Communication

Tools

Hand tools

Backpack blower

Hedger

Brush cutter

Wipper snipper

Chainsaw

Ride-on mower

Job description

Metropolitan Memorial Parks seeks a Grounds Technician to maintain the beauty and dignity of our memorial parks at Sutherland NSW. This hands-on role involves turf maintenance, plant care, pest management and general landscape work in a supportive team.

You will operate a range of tools, work outdoors in various conditions, and interact respectfully with funeral directors, families and visitors. A positive, proactive mindset and willingness to learn are essential.