- Full Time, Permanent Role
- Two RDO’s (Rostered Day Off) per month
- Salary: EBA Level 2.1 ($77,566.99 + Super)
- Location: Fawkner
The opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join our operations team based at Fawkner and play an integral part in supporting families and stakeholders through the delivery of a range of services.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assist the team with day-to-day operations such as grave set up & presentation
- Identifying and checking accurately, the location of a grave site
- Tractor trailer operation
- Assist families and stakeholders with on-ground queries
- Ensure that all burials & cremations occur as per The Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust policy
This role is the entry level for the Cemetery Operations Officer - Burial. 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 at the end of their first 12 months, staff can progress to a Level 3.
To be successful in this position you will require:
- Demonstrated experience in a similar or comparable role
- Current driver’s license (mandatory)
- Excavator licence (desirable)
- Backhoe (desirable)
- First Aid Certificate (desirable)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of manual handling techniques, with a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment
- Multilingual skills are desirable
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 (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 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 Thursday 5 Novemeber 2026
For a confidential discussion, please contact Zana Friend 0438 885 ***
Please apply via our careers site by following the link below:
https://gmct.elmotalent.com.au/careers/gmct/jobs
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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 Chance 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 ****@gmct.com.au
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.