About the School
Redbank Plains State High School is committed to preparing students for success in a dynamic and evolving world. In partnership with families and the wider community, we foster informed, compassionate, and globally minded young people. We are proud of our welcoming and supportive school environment and the essential role our facilities team plays in helping our students thrive.
Why this Role?
This is a hands‐on role focused on maintaining and improving the school's grounds, gardens, and facilities to ensure a safe, functional, and attractive environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Responsibilities
* Responsible for a range of day to day activities that include maintenance of school ovals through regular mowing, watering and soil maintenance (refer to Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) guidelines and procedures); lawn and garden maintenance, including regular weeding and the use of appropriate insecticides and fertilisers where necessary (refer to WHS guidelines and procedures); plant, water and care for trees, shrubs, gardens; and undertake general maintenance of grounds care equipment such as mowers, brush cutters, tractors (as per manufacturers' service manuals) and arrange regular services.
* Ensure compliance with WHS requirements including maintenance of a safe work environment; safe storage and handling of chemicals, fertilisers and fuel.
* Assist with a range of duties that include coordinating the removal and/or disposal of rubbish as required (does not include emptying of bins in agreed eating areas).
Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.
What We're Looking For
* A proactive and dependable team player with a strong work ethic.
* Practical skills in grounds, gardening, and/or basic maintenance.
* Ability to safely operate and maintain tools and equipment.
* Good communication and organisational skills to work effectively with staff, students, and contractors.
* A commitment to creating a safe and welcoming school environment.
Interested? To Apply:
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
* Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
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.
Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.
Occupational group: Education & Training
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