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 friendly Facilities team, working with a group of dedicated gardeners who take pride in keeping our green spaces clean, beautiful and welcoming for commuters across the rail network – from train stations to carparks, shared user paths, Metro depots and facilities.
- Permanent, full time position
- Monday – Friday, 7am-3.30pm
- Flexible working arrangements available such as job share / part time hours
- Working at various locations across the Melbourne Metro Train Network
- Opportunity to be working outdoors and on the tools
Key Responsibilities
- Work as part of a small gardening team, following a structured weekly schedule alongside a Leading Hand Gardener
- Deliver high quality garden maintenance across large outdoor spaces, including mowing, weeding, spraying, mulching, pruning, planting and watering
- Carry out labour intensive tasks such as extensive manual weeding, debris collection, heavy lifting and mulching across varied terrain
- 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: $63,668+ super + allowances
- 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)