Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilites

About the Department of Education

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

About the School

At Calamvale Community College, we're known for educating the global generation. The IB gives students distinct advantages by building their critical thinking skills, nurturing their curiosity and their ability to solve complex problems. The IB provides the curriculum in which our community can see themselves and through which they can see the rest of the world.

About the Role

Key accountabilities (Role description attached)

Demonstrated ability to maintain Grounds and Facilities
Ability to conduct minor repairs and maintenance (Reactive & Planned) to Grounds and Facilities (except jobs that require qualified tradesperson)
Proven experience working with machinery, including maintenance and record keeping
Waste Management
Capability to perform activities consistent with workplace, health and safety guidelines
Ability to liaise with various internal and external personnel (e.g., tradespersons) on a variety of repair and maintenance issues
Responsible for a range of activities required by administration team

Further role specific criteria:
Proven experience working with machinery, including maintenance and record keeping
Knowledge of or ability to gain knowledge of tools and equipment including school mowers
Demonstrated awareness of HS&W requirements
Knowledge or ability to gain knowledge in school

More about you:
Willingness to undertake specific training to enhance skills as necessary
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a part of a team
Proven ability to build strong working relationships and rapport with a diverse range of people
Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, proactive and show initiative
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
Excellent organisational, communication and time management skills
Ability to think logically and solve problems
Maintain strict confidentiality as per the Code of Conduct for Qld Public Servants

Mandatory requirements:
A criminal history check will be initiated on the successful applicant.
In accordance with the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000, successful applicant must hold a current Working with Children Check clearance (Blue Card

This is a OO2 progression position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the OO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the OO3 level once specific criteria have been met. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of OO2 to OO3 classification range.

How to Apply:
Submit:
A Resume (max two pages) including your experience and skills as well as contact details of two referees (including your current supervisor)
One Page detailing your suitability for the Role

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.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
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