Ongoing, Full time
Immediate start
About the School
Tintern Grammar is a leading independent school in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, and it has a history of over 145 years, with students from our Early Learning Centre to Year 12. The school is set in a beautiful expansive environment of gardens, ovals, and grounds.
Tintern Grammar is seeking to appoint a Maintenance Handyperson to join our Facilities Services team. This will be a full-time role working 5 days a week. This role is entitled to a generous leave provision of 5 weeks annual leave.
About the Role
The Maintenance Handyperson works collaboratively with other members of the Facilities Services Department to complete a wide variety of activities that support the continued function of the school curriculum. This may include:
* Assisting Facilities staff to undertake general maintenance and grounds duties.
* Occasionally working off-site at special events organized by the school.
* Delivery of parcels and goods around the school including delivery of copy paper to various printing stations.
* Assisting with the set up for functions including distribution of and packing up of chairs in main auditorium.
* General workplace services to assist academic and professional staff.
***The salary range offered is $65,000 to $74,000, depending on experience and relevant qualifications or certifications held.
About You
You will have some experience in building maintenance and have worked previously in either a school environment, corporate, government, or other not for profit organization. While trade qualifications are not necessary, they will be looked upon favourably. You will need to be hard working and have a can-do attitude, be able to work as a part of a team and possess the following.
* A minimum level of fitness and stamina.
* The ability to carry out safe working practices with a minimum of supervision.
* A current driver's licence.
* Enthusiasm, self-motivation and be flexible.
* A good work ethic.
* Commitment to excellent customer service.
* A courteous and friendly manner.
* A current valid Working with Children Check.
* Basic Computer skills.
If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point above, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.
We pride ourselves on creating an environment of shared spirit of passion, innovation, and inclusivity. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of how we do business.
Please view the Position Description for a full overview of duties
Applications close 27 February 2026
Applications for this position should include a current curriculum vitae and names of at least two referees.
To learn more about our school, our values, and what it is like to be part of the Tintern Grammar community, please visit to view our Candidate Information Pack- General Staff.
Only people with the right to work in this country may apply for this position.
Tintern Grammar is a child safe school.
Maintenance Handyperson Position Description