Maintenance Assistant Es1-2 One Year Contract

Location: Melbourne | Western Metropolitan

Job type: Full time / From 28/01/2025 - 19/12/2025

Organisation: Schools (Government)

**Salary**: Salary not specified

Occupation: Economics

Reference: 1440757

**Selection Criteria**:
Each applicant must address the below selection criteria:
1. 1. Ability to carry out a physical role, with demonstrated gardening/handyperson aptitude.

2. 2 Demonstrated ability to efficiently manage and maintain grounds and gardens and complete grounds works as required within a school environment. Skills in the use of tools/technical equipment as relevant to the position.

3. 3 Demonstrated technical knowledge, expertise and proficiency in minor repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior of buildings within a school environment. Skills in the use of tools/technical equipment as relevant to the position.

4. 4 The capacity to engage and liaise with contractors on the school site as required and manage minor projects and developments being mindful of OHS practices and protocols.

5. 5 Demonstrated ability to maintain a database system to track cyclic maintenance, repairs and contractors.

6. 6 Demonstrated ability to be flexible and work independently to maintain the school buildings and grounds.

**Role**:
Attendance may be required during school holiday periods which appropriate payment will be made.

**_ Position Reports to:_**

Principal, Business Manager, Facilities Manager

**_ Position Purpose_**

The Maintenance Officer Position's primary function at Laverton P-12 College is to assist in ensuring that the school's buildings and grounds are well maintained and presented and that all work undertaken complies with statutory obligations and Department Standards.

The Maintenance Assistant roll in the school community is to be able to communicate effectively and develop a good working relationship with staff members, students and contractors at all levels.

The Maintenance Assistant at the Laverton P-12 College will undertake personal development opportunities to enhance the position.

The Maintenance Assistant is required to work flexibly and reliably within tight timelines and with mínimal direction in a team environment.

It is important the Maintenance Assistant operates in a professional, courteous, efficient manner at all times, respecting confidentiality.

**Responsibilities**:
The core role of the Maintenance & Grounds Officer may include but is not limited to:

- Assist with gardening and general grounds maintenance tasks as required
- Undertake general maintenance and minor building works
- Mowing as required
- Assist tradesperson working on site
- Checking the school grounds to ensure the grounds are safe
- Keep storage facilities clean, tidy and safe, including signage for OHS risks
- Working through a schedule of regular tasks and maintenance audits
- General setting up and packing away after major events
- General handyperson duties as directed
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently and also with minimum supervision within a team environment.
- A full Driver¿s Licence is required
- Attend meetings and Safety Inspections
- Assist with moving furniture
- Organisation of the schools Bus.
- Other work as directed by the Leadership Team

It should be noted that some heavy lifting maybe required in accordance with OH&S guidelines.

**Who May Apply**:
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

**EEO AND OHS Commitment**:
**Child Safe Standards**:
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
**DE Values**:
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
**Other Information**:
**Applications must include**:

- A specific response to each of the key selection criteria and position details. It is suggested that applicants limit their response to no more than 6 pages.
- A Curriculum Vitae with a summary of experience and qualifications.
- The names and contact details of up to three professional referees who can provide information regarding the applicant in relation to the key selection criteria.
- If the applicant is not an Australian Citizen all visa documentation must be attached.
- The panel reserves the right to request additional referees