Garden, Grounds and Maintenance Officer

3 weeks ago


Daisy Hill, Queensland, Australia John Paul College Full time
About the Opportunities

John Paul College is seeking highly skilled and motivated individuals to join our Property Services department as Garden, Grounds and Maintenance team members. We have multiple permanent full-time, permanent part-time, and casual roles available for enthusiastic and dedicated candidates.


The successful candidates will be responsible for maintaining the day-to-day facilities of the College's gardens, grounds, and facilities. This will involve a range of tasks including mowing, weeding, fertilizing, and day-time cleaning and rubbish removal. They will also be required to maintain planted and garden areas within the College environment, including hedging, pruning, and removal and disposal of unwanted growth.


Key Responsibilities

  • Maintenance of the College gardens and grounds including mowing, weeding, fertilizing, and day-time cleaning and rubbish removal.
  • Maintaining planted and garden areas within the College environment including hedging, pruning, and removal and disposal of unwanted growth.
  • Supporting in landscaping projects as required.
  • Opening and securing of gates and premises across campus.
  • Event support.
  • Supporting students, staff, visitors, and contractors as required during events.
  • Operation of equipment, including checking and maintaining equipment prior to and after use.
  • Regular inspection, cleaning, and repair of gardening tools, grounds equipment, and machinery.
  • Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety requirements.

Requirements

We are seeking candidates with a Certificate III in Horticulture or similar and/or a Trade qualification. Experience in a school environment is preferred but not essential. A positive Paid Blue Card/Working with Children Check and a current Drivers License (Open License) are also required.


A friendly and approachable demeanor, along with good communication skills, are essential for this role. Successful applicants will receive a signing bonus of $2,000.00 for joining our Property Services team in 2024.


How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application, including a cover letter and current resume, to the HR Team. A copy of the cover letter and resume should be included with the application. The HR Team can be contacted via email at hr@jpc.qld.edu.au.


We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


The College reserves the right to interview and offer this role prior to the closing date of this advertisement.



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