Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities

3 weeks ago

Ipswich, South Dakota, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time
Overview

Redbank Plains State High School is seeking a reliable and motivated Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to join our dedicated team. In this hands-on role, you will play a key part in maintaining and enhancing our school's grounds, gardens, and facilities. Your work will help create a safe, functional, and welcoming environment that supports student learning and wellbeing.

Responsibilities
  • Maintaining school grounds, gardens, and sporting areas (mowing, watering, pruning, weeding, and planting).
  • Supporting site security by locking/unlocking gates, buildings and monitoring facilities.
  • Using and maintaining equipment such as mowers, whipper snippers, and small machinery in line with safety guidelines.
  • Monitoring and reporting any hazards or maintenance issues to ensure compliance with Workplace Health and Safety standards.
  • Event setup, moving of furniture.
  • Communicate and discuss with Principal/Business Manager or nominated delegate on matters regarding periodic maintenance of facilities.
  • Liaise with various internal and external personnel (e.g. tradespersons) and damage to facilities.
  • Order and/or collect general grounds care/cleaning supplies and materials as authorised by the Principal, Business Manager or nominated delegate.
  • Undertake ground improvement and enhancement activities; and prepare, mark and take general care of all outdoor sporting facilities (e.g. basketball, netball and tennis courts, cricket pitches, track and field areas).
The Perfect Fit
  • A proactive and dependable team player with a strong work ethic.
  • Practical skills in grounds, gardening, and/or basic maintenance.
  • Ability to safely operate and maintain tools and equipment.
  • Good communication and organisational skills to work effectively with staff, students, and contractors.
  • A commitment to creating a safe and welcoming school environment.
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 in response to 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.

Details
  • Occupational group: Education & Training
  • Seniority level: Not Applicable
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries: Government Administration

Ipswich, Queensland, Australia


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