Overview
This is a permanent part-time (0.8 FTE) position commencing ASAP. Located in the heart of the Kimberley more than 2,000 km north of Perth, the coastal town of Broome is popular with visitors due to its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Broome Residential College caters to students attending Broome Senior High School and St Mary's College. The sustainable, state-of-the-art facility is on the corner of Kerr and Matsumoto streets. It was designed in collaboration with local Traditional Owners and blends in with the natural environment. The college maintains close ties with the friendly and welcoming community through our local input networking and communications (LINC) committee. The committee includes representatives from the community. It provides advice and support to the college manager and staff.
The Role
The successful applicant will perform basic gardener duties and maintain and present the school grounds, gardens and sporting areas in a clean and tidy condition, providing a suitable growing environment for both soft and hard landscaping, including turf management. You will maintain tools and horticultural equipment in a serviceable condition and perform minor repairs and maintenance in accordance with the Department's policies and guidelines. You will also be expected to monitor and maintain the reticulation systems and the formal and informal sports grounds.
The successful applicant will ideally possess good understanding of all aspects of gardening, interpersonal skills, along with the ability to work independently and in a team as well as receive and carry out instructions as required. You will perform tasks and duties using safe work practices and maintain accurate gardening records.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Broome and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
* Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
* Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
* Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Employment Eligibility
* be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
* obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
* complete introductory School Gardener training within 3 months of commencement in metropolitan areas or as soon as practicable for regional areas
* complete the Department's training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Your application should include:
* A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 41*** for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1027274
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 20 March 2026
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