Join to apply for the Senior Gardener - Handyperson role at Department of Education, Western Australia1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior Gardener - Handyperson role at Department of Education, Western AustraliaWe are seeking to establish a pool of Senior Gardener - Handypersons for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.Ballajura Community College provides a high-quality educational experience for all students and has remained committed to providing a range of flexible programs catering for all student interests, needs and abilities.Our College’s flexibility in curriculum provision, our vibrant engaging environment, and our focus on learning and teaching, provides our students with the opportunity to achieve excellent educational outcomes and the skills to move into further education and training or directly into the workplace.Find out more about our school by visiting www.bcc.wa.edu.au or Schools OnlineThe RoleAs Senior Gardener - Handyperson you lead and work alongside the Assistant Gardener - Handyperson and, together, are responsible for maintaining, improving, and presenting our College grounds and gardens in an attractive, engaging, clean, safe, and tidy condition. Our gardeners are also responsible for providing a suitable growing environment for both soft and hard landscaping, including turf management.Suitable applicants will perform minor repairs and maintenance, as well as other gardener and handyperson duties in accordance with the Department’s policies and guidelines.Applicants who are friendly, self-motivated, use initiative, work efficiently when unsupervised, have strong gardening and handyperson skills, and are proactive in their approach to both gardening and general maintenance are strongly encouraged to apply and will be highly regarded.This is a senior position and one that requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills as the Senior Gardener interacts with staff and students across the College. They are responsible for maintaining accurate gardening records and managing staff performance.Applicants should have strong leadership skills to supervise the tasks and workload undertaken by the Assistant Gardener and provide advice and support to the Manager Corporate Services on College grounds and maintenance matters. In this role, you will must have a passion for the outdoors, nature, and an ability to lead staff as you work with team members to create and maintain a clean, tidy, safe, and enjoyable outdoor environment for staff, students, and the community.All gardeners must complete a mandatory two (2) day induction training program through the Department of Education and should undertake regular refresher courses.Want to know more?Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sharon Batchelor, Business Support Officer (Human Resources) on (08) 9262 7777 or Sharon.batchelor@education.wa.edu.auEquity and DiversityWe are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools 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.Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.EligibilityTo work with us, you will need to:obtain a valid Working With Children Checkconsent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).Application InstructionsOur aim is to make it easy for you to apply!Step 1: Prepare your application.Your application should include the following:CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position.Tell us in a maximum of 2 pages how your skills and experiences that relate to these selection criteria:Demonstrated good communication and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated experience in maintaining grounds and gardens, including turf management.Demonstrated experience in servicing 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.Demonstrated experience in coordinating and supervising staff.Step 2: Submit your application.Apply Online:Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.Have your documents ready to attach.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 4127 for assistance.Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS969230The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 17 June 2025Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typePart-timeJob functionJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesEducation Administration ProgramsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Department of Education, Western Australia by 2xGet notified about new Gardener jobs in Ballajura, Western Australia, Australia.Perth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoAFME - Casual Administration Assistant - Bull CreekSouth Perth, Western Australia, Australia 6 days agoEllenbrook, Western Australia, Australia 2 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoKewdale, Western Australia, Australia 5 days agoMaddington, Western Australia, Australia 6 days agoEast Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoOsborne Park, Western Australia, Australia 5 days agoShenton Park, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoEast Victoria Park, Western Australia, Australia 5 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 6 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 days agoMount Helena, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoHammond Park, Western Australia, Australia 1 month agoGosnells, Western Australia, Australia 6 days agoAdministrative Officer, School of NursingPerth, Western Australia, Australia 5 days agoKelmscott, Western Australia, Australia 5 days agoHammond Park, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoFremantle, Western Australia, Australia 5 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 6 days agoFront Office Receptionist/Housekeeping Attendant - PerthPerth, Western Australia, Australia 3 months agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 20 hours agoYokine, Western Australia, Australia 12 hours agoMelville, Western Australia, Australia 3 weeks agoSouth Perth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 days agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia A$157,690.00-A$184,761.00 6 days agoWelshpool, Western Australia, Australia 2 days agoEast Victoria Park, Western Australia, Australia 12 hours agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 2 weeks agoVehicle Administration Officer (Entry Level)Perth, Western Australia, Australia 1 week agoPerth, Western Australia, Australia 1 day agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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