Schools Officer, Facilities

Bundamba State Secondary College is looking for a proactive and dedicated Schools Officer, Facilities to join our team In this hands-on role, you'll play a vital part in maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and functionality of our school grounds and facilities. If you're reliable, take pride in your work, and enjoy making a positive impact behind the scenes, we'd love to hear from you

This is a progressive 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.

Bundamba State Secondary College is a diverse and inclusive high school located in Ipswich, Queensland. The College is committed to empowering students through high-quality education, strong values, and a focus on respect, responsibility, and resilience. With a supportive school culture and a wide range of academic, vocational, and extracurricular opportunities, Bundamba State Secondary College helps students thrive both in and beyond the classroom.

• Coordinate and carry out repairs and maintenance on school infrastructure including furniture, equipment, locks, windows, and maintaining detailed records in line with WHS protocols.
• Liaise with internal staff, external contractors, tradespersons, and students to address damages to school facilities, and coordinate repairs or replacements as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety (WHS) standards, proactively identifying and reporting hazards, maintaining a safe working environment, and caring for tools and equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Support the setup and logistical needs of significant school events such as assemblies, school performances and major school events.
• Prepare classrooms and examination halls, including arranging and moving furniture to create suitable learning and testing environments.
• Manage delivery and collection of mail, parcels, important documents, and messages throughout the school, ensuring timely and accurate distribution.
• Handle general store duties such as receipting deliveries, opening and inspecting stock, storing supplies securely, and distributing materials to various departments as required.
• Maintain accurate records and registers related to inventory, stock levels, and school equipment; conduct regular stocktaking and ensure all assets are properly recorded and engraved for identification and tracking.
• Operate and maintain security systems, ensuring the safety of school buildings by managing alarm systems, locking/unlocking facilities during core hours.
• Maintain effective communication with the Principal, Business Manager, or delegated staff regarding scheduled and urgent maintenance tasks, prioritising facility upkeep.

• Proven hands-on experience in building maintenance, including routine repairs and upkeep of school facilities, furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
• Be skilled in identifying, diagnosing, and resolving common maintenance issues related to plumbing, electrical systems, locks, windows, and general carpentry.
• Familiarity with managing tools, equipment, and maintenance records in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements.
• Ability to coordinate with external tradespersons and contractors to ensure timely and effective completion of repair and maintenance work.

• 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.

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.