Are you passionate about creating safe and stimulating environments for learning? Dalby State School is seeking a Schools Officer, Grounds and facilities for a temporary full-time position for a period of 6 months, unless otherwise determined. If you have strong organisational skills, a proactive approach to problem solving, and a commitment to fostering educational experiences, we invite you to apply and make a difference in our school communities.
Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.
About Us
At Dalby State School, we believe all students can experience success in learning within a supportive and stimulating environment. Since its foundation in 1861, the school has developed an excellent reputation as a caring community with a strong focus on academic performance, innovative digital learning and cultural and sporting pursuits. We are "one school, one community, with one vision" - every student in every classroom is learning and achieving every day. We are preparing our students to meet the challenges of the future.
This well-established school offers a wide variety of learning experiences for every child, valuing and encouraging individual, team, class and whole-school efforts. School life at Dalby State School is underpinned by the values of SAFETY, RESPECT and LEARNING. Our School Positive Behaviour of Learning plays a significant part in creating a safe supportive environment as well as establishing expectations of how all stake holders behave at our schools. Our values are taught in the classroom and at Whole school parade.
About The Role
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
* Perform general operational and administrative support duties, including mail and message delivery, printing/photocopying, classroom and hall setup, furniture movement, store management, asset registers, and stock control.
* Support school security operations, including use of security systems, locking/unlocking buildings, and transporting school funds to banking institutions as required.
* Undertake cleaning, waste management, drainage, and event support duties, including urgent cleaning tasks and assistance with major school events.
* Ensure compliance with WHS requirements by maintaining a safe work environment, managing equipment records, safely handling chemicals and fuels, and maintaining tools and equipment.
* Attend to or arrange repairs and maintenance of school facilities, furniture, equipment, swimming pools, and specialised equipment for students with disabilities, liaising with relevant staff and contractors.
* Maintain school grounds and sporting facilities, including ovals, gardens, lawns, equipment servicing, supply ordering, ground improvements, and support of agricultural field laboratory activities where required.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How To Apply
* Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
* A 1-pg written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Occupational group
Facilities/Asset Management