Grounds and Maintenance Officer ~ MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter
2 days ago
Commencement Date: 6th October 2025 (negotiable)
Salary Range: Service Staff Level 1 - $31.17 - $32.17 gross per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 38 hours per week
Closing Date for Applications: 12.00pm, Friday 26th September 2025 (unless filled prior)
Please note that applications for this role may be reviewed and interviews conducted as received. This position may be filled prior to the closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this opportunity.
MacKillop Catholic College, Mount PeterMacKillop Catholic College, a master-planned Prep to Year 12 College located in the growing southern corridor of Cairns, was established in 2016 with Prep-Year 3 classes. The College has developed progressively, adding additional year levels annually, and commenced secondary education in 2020 with Year 7, and the first Year 12 cohort graduating in 2025. Guided by the authentic discipleship of Saint Mary MacKillop of the Cross, and the Josephite tradition, our mission, to inspire hearts, minds and spirits, is grounded in the vision to provide quality 21st century education to the young people in our community.
About the RoleReporting directly to the Maintenance and Facilities Manager, the Grounds and Maintenance Officer is part of the Facilities and Maintenance team. The Grounds and Maintenance Officer will assist in the upkeep of the College building and grounds to ensure a high standard of presentation of the school facilities.
This position could lead to completing a Certificate II in Horticulture.
For further information about the role, please download the Position Description MCC PD Grounds and Maintenance Officer L1.pdf
Work Requirements- Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
- Hold a current Drivers Licence
- Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
- Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
- Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Passport membership - providing access to multiple fitness facilities for one low price
Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application. Applications should include the following information in a PDF format:
- Cover Letter
- Resume including details of qualifications, relevant experience and current referees
For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.
Please note applications will only be accepted when submitted via the Careers website.
EnquiriesJessica Russell - Human Resources Officer
P: 4081 7600
E: hr.mountpeter@cns.catholic.edu.au
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
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