Gardener - Handyperson

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We are seeking to establish a pool of Gardener - Handypersons for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Ocean Reef Senior High School is committed to ensuring each student is engaged in a pathway to success; empowered to reach their full potential as a lifelong learner and valued contributor to society. We foster the knowledge, capabilities, attributes and values that provide a foundation for successful learning and life within and beyond school. We value organisation, respect, care and achievement in shaping a positive culture of individual and collective growth.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.oceanreef.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

As the Gardener - Handyperson, suitable applicants will work to provide gardening, grounds and facility management to ensure a safe and clean school environment. You will maintain and present the school grounds and gardens in an attractive, clean and tidy condition, and provide a suitable growing environment for both soft and hard landscaping, including turf management. Suitable applicants will perform minor repairs and maintenance as requested, as well as other Gardener - Handyperson duties in accordance with the Department's policies and guidelines.

Suitable applicants should display effective communication skills, be able to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff and external stakeholders and ideally be able to work unsupervised, with the ability to identify and recognise work that is required to be completed. You should also be well organised, have attention to detail, a positive outlook and be a team player.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Natasha Harvey, Associate Manager Corporate Services on (08) 6206 2700 or emailing natasha.harvey2@education.wa.edu.au

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you will need to:

• obtain a valid Working With Children Check.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
  
  

Application Instructions

Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply

Step 1: Prepare your application.

Your application should include the following:

• CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position.
• In a one (1) page cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role.
  
  

Step 2: Submit your application.

Apply Online:

• Click 'Apply for Job' and complete the online application.
• Have your documents ready to attach.
  
  

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS987453

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 25 August 2025Seniority level

• Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

• Employment typePart-time

Job function

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
• IndustriesEducation Administration Programs

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