Job Description
The Department of Education is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Gardener/Handyperson to join their team. The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining the school grounds, gardens, and sporting areas in a clean and tidy condition.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain and present the school grounds, gardens, and sporting areas in a clean and tidy condition.
* Perform basic gardener/handyperson duties and maintain tools and horticultural equipment in a serviceable condition.
* Monitor and maintain reticulation systems and formal and informal sports grounds.
The ideal candidate will possess good understanding of all aspects of gardening, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, applicants must have:
* Demonstrated experience in maintaining grounds and gardens, including turf management.
* Demonstrated experience in minor servicing of horticultural/gardening equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
* Demonstrated knowledge of gardening methods and procedures, including the safe use and storage of gardening equipment, materials, and chemicals.
Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits to our employees, including:
* 12% employer contributed superannuation.
* 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).
Eligibility:
To work with us, you must:
* Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
* Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department's Screening Unit before starting.
* Complete introductory School Gardener training within 3 months of commencement in metropolitan areas or as soon as practicable for regional areas.
* Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.