Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management Reference: Selection Criteria SC1 Building Maintenance & Minor Works Demonstrated experience performing routine building repairs and minor works (e.g. basic carpentry, patch-and-paint, door/lock hardware, minor plumbing to a safe, tidy standard with minimal disruption to learning.
SC2 Grounds & Facilities Upkeep Demonstrated experience maintaining grounds and external facilities (gardens/ovals, paths, drainage, playgrounds, fencing, basic irrigation and waste/recycling), including seasonal tasks and presentation standards.
SC3 Preventative Maintenance & Asset Care Demonstrated ability to implement preventative maintenance schedules, service small equipment/fixtures within competence limits, identify issues early, and appropriately escalate/coordinate licensed trades when required.
SC5 Work Planning, Records & Contractor Coordination Demonstrated capacity to triage and prioritise work orders, plan weekly programs, keep accurate records (service logs, contractor attendance, asset notes), source materials within guidelines, and communicate effectively with staff, visitors and trades.
Role work from 8:00am - 4:00pm four (4) days per week be available to work during the term holidays The ideal candidate would: be an experienced handyman/gardener positively impact the culture of the school, by engaging with all stakeholders (students, staff, families) work effectively and collaboratively within a team environment Responsibilities Grounds Maintaining all grass areas including mowing, trimming and edging.
Trim trees or any unsafe limbs.
Revegetating/replanting lawn areas.
Controlling weeds including a spraying program.
Maintaining all existing garden beds including edging, weeding, pruning, planting, mulching and watering Establishing new garden beds as directed and perform minor landscaping of the grounds Check external student seating and play equipment to ensure they are sound Clear drains, spouting, gutters and downpipes as required Locking and unlocking of the school buildings, locker bays and gates as required Pressure cleaning of building and paved areas as required Weekly inspections of grounds for defects, trip hazards and graffiti Maintain all equipment in a satisfactory, safe and workable condition.
Clear grounds of litter and empty yard rubbish bins as required Maintenance Perform minor repairs as directed for example; minor electrical (light globe replacement) Minor plastering and painting Repair of furniture and equipment e.g. table tops, lockers.
Identify and report the need for repairs Assist with set up/pack up of functions eg: BBQs, sports days, information evenings and exams Moving of furniture, deliveries and equipment as required Skills Performing other duties as directed by the Principal Class and Business Manager Ability to work safely and effectively within OH&S guidelines Capacity to build positive and respectful relationships with staff, students, and parents Commitment to high-quality workmanship and attention to detail Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic Ability to work independently without direct supervision Capacity to follow direction and complete requests from the Principal Class and Business Manager Willingness to learn and adapt to new skills and tasks Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Diversity and Inclusion The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service.
We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces.It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (seeWorkplace adjustment guidelines ).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction.
Such requests will be negotiated on a case by case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Child Safe Standards Victorian government schools are child safe environments.
Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.
All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.
The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees,including those who work in Victorian Government Schools.
Information on the department values is available at: We support the following people principles which provide a basis for working productively within the College.
The principles apply to all of our people and everything that we do.
They require that we: Deliver quality results Behave ethically Respect and value others Develop self and others ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please ensure that your application includes: A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers business and home).
A section addressing the selection criteria.
Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of three referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name.
Consistent with our school policy, should we do this we shall advise you that we have done so.
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at Applications close Wednesday 28 January **** at *****pm