Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities

2 weeks ago

Ipswich, Australia Education Full time
This is a OO2 progression position as per the Role Description.

The successful applicant will be appointed to the OO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the OO3 level once specific criteria have been met.

Please note salary rate shown is reflective of OO2 to OO3 classification range.

About Us:

Forest Lake State School is an independent public school where potential is maximised and positive partnerships developed. Our Prep to Year 6 students receive high quality education preparing them to embrace their future.

At the core of the Forest Lake SS improvement strategy is a strong and ongoing investment in teacher development and capability.

Every day at Forest Lake is challenging and enjoyable - where learning knows no boundaries

About the Role:

Responsibilities include:

  • Assist with a range of duties that include clearing and hosing of drains and gutters; collection of waste, food and paper on school grounds as agreed by relevant staff and the Principal, Business Manager and/or nominated delegate; undertaking immediate action cleaning duties (outside the normal operating hours of the school's cleaning staff); coordinating the removal and/or disposal of rubbish as required (does not include emptying of bins in agreed eating areas); assist with requirements for significant events such as fetes, plays and major sporting events.
  • Support with a variety of security duties at the school that involve using and maintaining the school security systems; banking of school funds (this does not refer to the collection, receipt, or reconciliation of funds, but rather to the transport and deposition of funds at the appropriate bank institution); and locking and unlocking buildings (within core hours).
  • Handling of Chemicals and general maintenance.
  • Responsible for a range of day to day activities that may include delivering and collecting mail, parcels and documents; preparing activity/assembly halls, including moving/arranging furniture and seating; removing and relocating furniture from room to room; testing and tagging of electrical equipment.
Please view the Role Description for a full list of duties.

A mandatory requirement of this role is:

  • In accordance with the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 a person is prohibited from working in regulated child-related employment unless the person holds a current Working with Children Check clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.


OO3 appointees must have possession of a Certificate III qualification or higher relevant to the tasks outlined, from a recognised institution under the Australian Qualification Framework or agreed equivalent which, in the opinion of the Director-General, Department of Education or delegate is acceptable.


How to Apply:

  • Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history).


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.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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