Maintenance Worker (Aspect South East Sydney School)
Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia's largest autism‐specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism‐specific school programs in the world. A not‐for‐profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence‐informed, person‐centred, family‐focused and customer‐driven solutions.
Pay
A$66,916.00 per year
The rate is $33.77 per hour + superannuation, depending on qualifications.
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake repair/maintenance work to school buildings (e.g. replacing locks, windows & light bulbs, patching holes, woodwork repairs)
* Perform routine maintenance of equipment
* Estimate repair costs and document repairs undertaken
* Handle, store, and distribute goods/materials
* Move equipment/furniture as required
* Upkeep school grounds (e.g. mowing, pruning, weeding, planting, disposing of litter)
* Assist with school improvement projects (e.g. fencing, paving, gardening)
* Drive school vehicles as required for registration inspections, repairs and servicing
About the School
Aspect South East Sydney School provides placement for approximately 180 students on the autism spectrum from ages 4 to 18 years. The school's main sites are at Peakhurst, Marrickville & Loftus, with 9 satellite classes across the South East Sydney region.
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience in general maintenance of grounds/buildings
* Knowledge of electrical, plumbing and general trade maintenance
* Understanding of machinery/equipment operation relating to building maintenance
* Ability to work unsupervised as well as part of a team
* Excellent communication skills
* Trade background desirable
* Own tools required
* Current driver's licence and use of own vehicle
* Current NSW Working with Children Check for paid employment
* May be required to provide an International Police Check clearance
Benefits & Compensation
* Rate: $33.77 per hour + superannuation
* Salary packaging options to increase take‐home pay
* Employee referral incentives
* Access to discounts through Beny on everyday purchases
* Discounted membership to fitness facilities via Fitness Passport
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Converge International
This position is covered by the Independent Schools NSW (Professional and Operational Staff) Cooperative Multi‐Enterprise Agreement 2025.
Application Process
To apply, please submit your application ASAP (preferably before 19 December) for a starting date in early February 2026. Attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; a cover letter is optional.
Aspect reserves the right to interview and/or appoint candidates at any stage of the hiring process.
Contact
Joanne Tisdell, Principal, Aspect South Sydney School
(02) 8556 5800
Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds—including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds—to apply. We provide universal strategies to meet diverse needs and can individualise these where necessary.
Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au
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