Working with The Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust

Every meaningful tribute, every moment of reflection, every family brought together.
In everything we do, in every role we play, we can make a difference in someone’s life at a time when it matters most.

Work with us, and make a difference from day one.

Cemetery Operations Groundsperson - Horticulture

Posted: 27/07/2026

Closing Date: 10/08/2026

Job Type: EBA - Casual

Location: Altona, VIC

Job Category: Operations & People

Job Description

- 2 x Casual, Fixed-Term position (Until November 2026)
- Salary: EBA Level 2.1 ($49.07 per hour including 25% casual loading)
- Location: Altona

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

The opportunity

This is an excellent casual opportunity to join our operations team based at Altona and play an integral part in supporting families and stakeholders through the delivery of a range of services. This role within our Altona 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.

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
- 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

Applications close 5pm 10th August 2026

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 Prospect 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.

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