Schools Officer, Grounds

3 weeks ago

Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time

Schools Officer, Grounds & Facilities - Emerald State School

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Emerald State School is looking for a dedicated and hands-on Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to help keep our grounds looking great and our facilities running smoothly. If you enjoy variety in your work, take pride in presentation, and want to be part of a supportive school community, this is the perfect opportunity for you

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.

Who We Are

Emerald State School is a vibrant, inclusive learning community where every student is supported to thrive. Nestled in the heart of Emerald, our school offers modern facilities, passionate teachers, and a strong focus on academic excellence, wellbeing, and personal growth. With a warm, welcoming environment and a commitment to nurturing potential, Emerald State School is the perfect place for students to learn, grow, and shine.

Step Into Your Next Chapter

Responsible for a range of day to day activities that may include delivering and collecting mail, parcels and documents; recording and delivering of messages; printing and photocopying; preparing classrooms for examinations and preparing activity/assembly halls, including moving/arranging furniture and seating; removing and relocating furniture from room to room; general store duties including receipting, opening up, checking, storing and distributing school supplies and stocks; maintaining various registers; and stocktaking and recording/engraving of school equipment/furniture and assets.
Support 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 depositing of funds at the appropriate banking institution); and locking and unlocking buildings (within core hours).
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.
Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements including maintenance of a safe work environment; safe storage and handling of chemicals, fertilisers and fuel; bring to appropriate attention any safety hazards; manage equipment records; and maintain tools and equipment for repair services (as per manufacturers' service manuals).

Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

What You Bring

Irrigation knowledge would be an advantage
Proven and demonstrated experience in general maintenance

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.

Occupational group Education & TrainingSeniority level

Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

Employment typeFull-time

Job function

Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
IndustriesGovernment Administration

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