Overview
MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter has an exciting opportunity for a Grounds and Maintenance Officer to join the Facilities and Maintenance team.
Commencement Date: 6th October 2025 (negotiable)
Salary Range: Service Staff Level 1 - $31.17 - $32.17 gross per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 38 hours per week
Closing Date for Applications: 12.00pm, Friday 26th September 2025 (unless filled prior)
Applications for this role may be reviewed and interviews conducted as received. This position may be filled prior to the closing date. Submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested.
About the College
MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter, a master-planned Prep to Year 12 College located in the growing southern corridor of Cairns, was established in 2016. The College has developed progressively, adding additional year levels annually, and commenced secondary education in 2020 with Year 7. The first Year 12 cohort graduates in 2025. Guided by Saint Mary MacKillop of the Cross and the Josephite tradition, our mission is to inspire hearts, minds and spirits and provide quality 21st century education to the young people in our community.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Maintenance and Facilities Manager, the Grounds and Maintenance Officer is part of the Facilities and Maintenance team. The Grounds and Maintenance Officer will assist in the upkeep of the College building and grounds to ensure a high standard of presentation of the school facilities.
This position could lead to completing a Certificate II in Horticulture.
For further information about the role, please download the Position Description MCC PD Grounds and Maintenance Officer L1.pdf.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the upkeep of the College building and grounds to maintain a high standard of presentation
Work Requirements
* Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
* Hold a current Drivers Licence
* Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
What we offer
* Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
* Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
* Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
* Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
* 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
* Access to Employee Assistance Program
* Fitness Passport membership - providing access to multiple fitness facilities for one low price
How to Apply
Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application. Applications should include the following information in a PDF format:
* Cover Letter
* Resume including details of qualifications, relevant experience and current referees
For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.
Please note applications will only be accepted when submitted via the Careers website.
Enquiries
Jessica Russell - Human Resources Officer
P: 4081 7600
E: hr.mountpeter@cns.catholic.edu.au
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
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