Facilities Gardener

Melbourne is Australia’s fastest growing city, and public transport is vital to keeping it moving. Since 2009, Metro has proudly operated and maintained a world-class train service and delivered major transport projects that shape the future of our city. Guided by our value of Safely Always, we are one team dedicated to ensuring everyone gets home safely while helping to connect and create a better Melbourne.

About the position

You’ll join our Facilities team, working with a group of dedicated team members carrying out weed management and gardening tasks across the rail network. This is a fast-paced environment, works will be interfacing with rail operations including maintaining train stations, stabling yards, customer carparks and depots.

• Permanent, full-time position
• Monday – Friday, 7am-3.30pm
• Working at various locations across the Melbourne Metro Train Network
• Working outdoors and on the tools  
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of a small gardening team, following a weekly schedule of planned and reactive maintenance working independently or alongside a Garden Maintenance Lead Hand
• Deliver garden maintenance across large outdoor spaces, including mowing, weeding, spraying, , pruning.
• Carry out labour intensive tasks such as extensive manual weeding, debris collection, heavy lifting.
• Maintain garden presentation standards through proactive weed control using both manual and chemical treatment methods
• Operate safely and efficiently outdoors in all weather conditions while keeping track of daily and weekly timelines
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures, including those required when working near train tracks.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in horticulture, gardening or landscaping across large outdoor areas
• Confident operating mowers and small plant equipment
• Strong time management skills and ability to work through high volume manual tasks
• Understanding of weed identification and treatment methods
• Basic iPad/portable device skills
• Full Victorian Driver’s Licence

What We Offer

• Starting salary: $65,916+ super
• Guaranteed salary increases twice a year (as per Enterprise Agreement)
• FREE Myki card for PTV travel across Victoria
• Full uniform and tools provided, including Metro vehicles to get to different work sites
• 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave (no qualifying period)
• Career progression and training opportunities
• Discounts at top brands and stores
• Diversity & Inclusion – we value unique perspectives and support initiatives like Women at Metro (over 30% of our workforce are women)

How to Apply 

To apply, you must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Applications close: [Time and Date]

Recruitment Process:

• Phone Interview, Online Assessments
• On-site Interview
• Pre-employment Checks (medical assessment, police check & references)
• Job Offer

Metro’s commitment to an inclusive workforce

At Metro, we move Melbourne and we’re powered by our people. We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects our diverse communities and celebrates the unique perspectives each person brings. Inclusion, respect and opportunity shape how we work and we invite you to join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.