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Holy Rosary School, a prestigious Catholic double-stream school located in Perth's beautiful western suburbs, offers an expansive, leafy campus with stunning views of Perth city and close proximity to the beach and has a vibrant community. Our mission is to ensure that every child at Holy Rosary is valued, known, and heard, empowering them to develop their God-given strengths, contribute positively to the world, and form enduring friendships to flourish in their joyful childhood.
Work hours are from 6:30 am – 10:30 am each day. Flexible hours can be negotiated on school holidays.
We are looking at the start date to be 20th April 2026 or earlier by mutual agreement.
Duties
* Blower vacuum all paths every day and remove leaf litter (majority of role).
* Routine garden maintenance: Trim hedges, weed garden beds, water plants and maintain outdoor play areas. (note a contractor mows lawns and trims most hedges and checks reticulation).
* Ensure grounds are kept to a high standard, picking up rubbish, cobweb removal, reinstating pavement, and general repairs.
* Maintenance; repair locks, patch plaster, paint, basic plumbing repairs.
* In consultation with the Principal, prepare regular status reports on facility operations and project progress for senior management.
* Work Health and Safety Compliance: Monitor and report hazards, conduct basic risk assessments, and ensure the safe use/storage of tools and chemicals.
* Security and safety checks: Open/lock buildings and gates; perform routine inspection of grounds and buildings to ensure safety.
* Maintain tools and equipment in good working order and report faults when necessary.
* Assist with deliveries and waste management.
* Assist in scheduling and supervising contractors or tradespeople on site as required.
* Move and assembly of office furniture.
* Collect mail/running errands as required.
* Assisting with event set up.
Selection Criteria
* Strong organisation and time management skills.
* Knowledge and experience with maintenance work such as plumbing and basic irrigation repair.
* Knowledge and/or experience with gardening requirements.
* Teamwork and great communication.
* Excellent organisational skills.
* Reliable, flexible, and punctual approach to your work.
* Current Driver's licence full C class essential.
* National Police Clearance.
* Ability to perform physical requirements of the role.
* Value safety as a priority in the workplace.
Closing Date for Applications: 4pm 11th April 2026
All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia also encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations people, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.
In applying for this position, you will be providing personal information to the School. This information will be used in order to assess your application for employment.
A current National Police History Check as issued by the Department of Education Western Australia must also be included. The appropriate Criminal History Record Check form is available from the Department of Education website.
On appointment, successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check. Application forms are available at certain Australia Post Outlets throughout the State. A list of participating Australia Post outlets can be found on the Australia Post website. An application for a WWC must be made in person.
Listed : 30th March, 2026 Applications Close : 11th April, 2026 Vacancy Number : 33560
About Holy Rosary School
Doubleview, WA, Australia
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