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Facilities Officer (Grounds) – Our Lady's Catholic Primary School
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Position details
Position:
Facilities Officer (Grounds)
Commencement Date:
January **** or as negotiated with the successful applicant
Employment Status:
Term-time continuing
Hours per week:
38 hpw
Hourly Rate:
$***** – $***** (pending experience)
Applications Close:
Monday, 19 January ****
About Us
At Our Lady's Catholic Primary School we value and nurture each child as an individual. We believe each child is unique and special and endeavour to celebrate and support them in their education. Our Lady's School is a place where children are encouraged to develop holistically – spiritually, academically, emotionally, socially, physically and culturally.
Your Role
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic persons for the term-time position of Facilities Officer for 38 hpw, commencing in January **** or as negotiated with the successful applicant.
The successful applicant will contribute to the effective and efficient operation and environment of the school by providing a high level of maintenance and development of the school grounds. You will have appropriate experience, good time management skills and an understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of Catholic education.
About You
Applications are welcome from anyone who would support the school's ethos and possess the following are encouraged to apply:
Practice confidentiality in relation to all aspects of the role.
Typical Duties Include But Are Not Limited To
Mowing, trimming and fertilising lawns and turf areas.
Repairing and maintaining irrigation systems.
Weeding, planting and fertilising gardens.
Maintaining grounds equipment.
Checking and adjusting security lighting.
Assisting with minor building maintenance as directed.
Carry out minor repairs to school property and equipment including:
Replacing tap washers
Repairing leaking toilets
Repairing windows
Painting blackboards
Repairing desks and chairs
Basic painting as directed
Assist with marking sporting fields and grounds.
Assist with the setup and dismantling of tents and equipment related to school functions.
Assess equipment to determine if minor repairs are required.
What We Offer
Competitive salary range - Services Staff Level 2
Superannuation contribution of *****%
Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
Access to Fitness Passport
Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
Modern facilities and resources
Mandatory Requirements
A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act **** (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
Australian work rights
How To Apply
Complete the application below
Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools
Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees
Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.
Further information
For a confidential conversation please contact Peter Thurecht, Principal, Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Longreach on .
For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services
Please note: The CEDR office will be closed from 23 December **** to 2 January ****. Inquiries will be responded to after 2 January **** if received during this time.
Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications Close: Monday, 19 January ****
Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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