Ryan Catholic College, Kirwan was established in 1979 and has as its foundational story the well-known "Journey to Emmaus" from the Gospel of Luke. The theme of "journey" is one that is embraced by the college and is a fine metaphor for portraying the growth that all people experience in developing their spirituality, intellect, physical and social capabilities and wisdom.Although the college is relatively young, it has an enviable reputation for providing an education which results in graduates who are well rounded young people. Academic excellence is sought and achieved, yet there is a broad education provided so that all who seek our values find a suitable pathway to attaining their goals.
About the role
Ryan Catholic College, Kirwan is seeking and experienced and dedicated Groundsperson. This role is a full time, permanent position commencing as soon as practicable.
The Groundsperson, under the direction of the Principal, contributes to the effective and efficient operation and environment of the school by providing a high level of maintenance and upkeep of the school grounds. The Groundsperson will be required to assess repairs quickly to enable maximum safety at all times. The Groundsperson will work with limited supervision under the direction of the Principal.
Key Accountabilities
Typical duties performed may include, but are not limited to:
Mowing, whipper snipping, hedging and pruning
Repairing and maintaining irrigation systems
Maintaining and servicing of grounds machinery and equipment
Weeding, planting, fertilising, mulching and maintenance of gardens and lawns
Emptying bins
Marking playing fields
Assist with setup for College events such as assemblies, sporting carnivals, expos
Maintaining and cleaning of school facilities
Assisting with all general building maintenance, painting etc. as required
Identifying and reporting defects and hazards as soon as practically possible
Some deliveries to and from the school, as required.
The position will be required to work within Workplace Health and Safety guidelines.
Any other task as reasonably directed to assist the effective functioning of the school.
MandatoryCriteria
Current Working with Children Suitability Card - The successful candidate will require a paid Blue Card before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by Queensland Government.
Undertake Workplace Health and Safety Training
Current Driver's Licence
Ability to travel within the Catholic Diocese of Townsville
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner
This position will be subject to a pre-employment medical assessment to support the selection process.
What we offer
Competitive Salary Package + Benefits on offer
Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary
Modern facilities, equipment and resources
Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
14 Weeks' paid parental leave
Deferred Salary Scheme
Access to corporate healthschemes
Induction processes and professionallearning programs
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Well-being programs and initiatives
Our Organisation
Townsville Catholic Education supports a diverse region extending from Townsville to the Burdekin and Whitsunday regions in the south, and north to Ingham and Halifax, south-west to Winton, and west to the border with the Northern Territory, encompassing Mount Isa and several small, isolated western towns and east to Palm Island. Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.
Townsville Catholic Education has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.
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Our mission is to provide services to our Catholic school communities which support them in achieving quality outcomes for students and in promoting the ongoing development of Catholic Education. We offer excitement, challenges, an amazing community and a professional, supportive environment. With a network of 29 schools and more than 2,500 staff throughout the Diocese, the Townsville Catholic Diocese offers a diverse range of opportunities.
Our mission is to provide services to our Catholic school communities which support them in achieving quality outcomes for students and in promoting the ongoing development of Catholic Education. We offer excitement, challenges, an amazing community and a professional, supportive environment. With a network of 29 schools and more than 2,500 staff throughout the Diocese, the Townsville Catholic Diocese offers a diverse range of opportunities.
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