This is a progressional position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the lower classification with eligibility for progression to the next, once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of both classification ranges.
Why Join Us:
At Urangan Point State School, you'll join a proud, community-focused primary school where every team member plays an important role in supporting student success and wellbeing.
Our school values teamwork, reliability and initiative, and we take pride in maintaining attractive, safe and welcoming grounds that reflect our high standards and positive culture.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
As the Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities you will contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the school by providing a high level of grounds and facilities to the Principal, Business Manager or nominated delegate.
You will perform a range of activities to ensure that the school is maintained to a high standard; follow set instructions; and have independence to perform a variety of day-to-day services that are routine in nature. However, the role receives regular supervision when undertaking duties that are non-routine in nature.
As the Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities you will not be required to perform any task or repairs that would normally require the services of a qualified tradesperson.
Responsibilities include:
Maintain school grounds, gardens, and outdoor areas to a high standard
Perform routine maintenance, minor repairs and basic handyman tasks
Ensure facilities are safe, clean and compliant with workplace health and safety requirements
Assist with set-up and pack-down for school events and activities
Monitor and maintain equipment, tools and maintenance schedules
Liaise with line managers and contractors as required
Proactively identify maintenance issues and report or address them promptly
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
About you:
Essential:
Demonstrated experience in grounds keeping, facilities maintenance or a similar hands-on role
Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety practices
Practical problem-solving skills and initiative
Ability to undertake physical work
Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or ability to obtain
Desirable:
Experience working in a school or education setting
Trade qualifications or certifications (e.g. horticulture, carpentry, maintenance)
Experience operating grounds equipment (mowers, brush cutters, etc.)
Basic computer skills for maintenance reporting systems
First Aid certification
Submit Your Application:
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.