Eoi - Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities - Lowood State High School

6 days ago


Ipswich, Australia Queensland Government Full time

This is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

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.

Image courtesy of Lowood State High School

About the School

Lowood State High School is committed to creating a culture of success where every student is supported to achieve their personal best. We foster strong relationships between students, staff and families, and encourage values such as respect, integrity, self-reliance and engagement. Our inclusive environment celebrates individual talents across academics, the arts, sport, leadership and community involvement. With a focus on future pathways and student wellbeing, we ensure every learner is prepared to thrive beyond school.

About The Role

In this role, you will assist the Principal, Business Manager, or nominated delegate by performing a range of routine tasks to maintain the school's grounds and facilities to a high standard. You will work independently on day-to-day duties, while receiving guidance for tasks that are non-routine in nature. Please note that this role does not involve tasks requiring a qualified tradesperson.

Your Responsibilities

As the Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities, your opportunities and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
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.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply

Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

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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