Memorial Grounds Technician - Permanent FT

Metropolitan Memorial Parks; Rookwood; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time

Above Award pay with RDOs

Uniform and tools provided

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Metropolitan Memorial Parks is seeking a Grounds Technician to join our team at the Rookwood General Cemetery site. This hands-on role focuses on upkeep, presentation and maintenance of memorial parks, with a clear emphasis on safety and teamwork.

You will operate a range of equipment, manage turf care and plantings, and assist in general landscape tasks while communicating respectfully with families and funeral staff.

Qualifications

• Grounds experience or landscape maintenance preferred.
• Proactive team player with reliability and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate respectfully with staff and visitors.
• Willingness to learn and operate outdoor equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Maintain turf and plant beds to high presentation standards.
• Operate hedgers, brush cutters, mowers and related tools.
• Perform basic pest/weed management and routine maintenance.
• Work with Funeral Directors and families to support services.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Education

Driver's license

White Card

Tools

Hand tools

Backpack blowers

Hedgers

Brush cutters

Wipper snippers

Chainsaws

Mowers

Job description

Metropolitan Memorial Parks is seeking a Grounds Technician to join our team at the Rookwood General Cemetery site. This hands-on role focuses on upkeep, presentation and maintenance of memorial parks, with a clear emphasis on safety and teamwork.

You will operate a range of equipment, manage turf care and plantings, and assist in general landscape tasks while communicating respectfully with families and funeral staff.