Maintenance/Groundsperson - Good Counsel College, Innisfail

Maintenance/Groundsperson

Good Counsel College

Commencement Date: Monday, 1 December 2025 (or as negotiated)

Employment Type:  Full-Time Permanent, 38hpw Monday to Friday

Salary Range:Services Staff Level 4 from $73 331 to $75 637 Gross per annum plus 12.75% Superannuation

Closing Date for Applications: 5pm Sunday, 23 November 2025

Good Counsel College, Innisfail

Good Counsel College is a small, but growing, Catholic co-educational secondary school with a strong sense of community and pride that offers a quality and holistic educational experience for students in Years 7-12. It operates under the auspices of the Catholic Diocese of Cairns and enjoys collaborative partnerships with Catholic Primary schools in Tully, South Johnstone, Silkwood, Innisfail and Babinda whilst also welcoming students from state and other schools who are seeking a Catholic education for their children and who share our values.

The College strives to provide a quality education for the whole person in a safe and nurturing environment where students can grow, emotionally, spiritually, academically and physically.

About the Role

The Maintenance/Groundsperson is responsible for the care and maintenance of the college buildings, grounds, gardens, surrounds and sporting facilities. The incumbent will perform scheduled tasks & action requests from staff via maintenance software. As a member of the Facilities Staff of the college (Grounds, Maintenance and Cleaning Staff), the Maintenance / Groundsperson operates within the Catholic educational environment and culture and will be supportive of the Catholic ethos and Mission of the college.  The Maintenance / Groundsperson shall demonstrate a high degree of skill and proficiency in maintaining equipment and carrying out tasks designated by the Facilities Manager. A commitment to work place safety is paramount.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Typical duties performed may include, but are not limited to:

• Perform maintenance and operational tasks relevant to the role
• Work as a member of the Facilities Team (Work Health and Safety administration, maintenance/grounds and cleaning staff) in the performance of duties, promote a cooperative culture and perform relief duties to cover absences
• Be team focused and communicate effectively and professionally with the Facilities Team as well as all members of the school community
• Maintenance/repair of College assets as per tasks and requests in Maintenance software or as directed by Facilities Manager or other members of the College Leadership Team
• Perform work using hand and power tools
• Small construction work (within scope of training & ability)
• Paint interiors and exteriors not necessitating a trade qualified painter as required
• Maintain the maintenance workshop in a clean and safe condition
• Contribute to the work programs set by the Facilities Manager with other members of the Facilities Team
• Set up and pack up of furniture and equipment for events/sporting activities/ceremonies
• Assist with the movement of college furniture and equipment as required
• Assist with the maintenance of the gardens and grounds – including mowing and edge trimming, watering, plus any task directed by the Facilities Manager
• Maintain all walkways and pathways including regular pressure cleaning
• Perform tasks using good communication and interpersonal skills
• Attend to any urgent cleaning issues during the day under the direction of the Facilities Manager where a cleaner is not available
• Participate in professional development and training as directed by the Facilities Manager including annual Work Health and Safety online training and online student protection training
• Follow work health and safety processes to ensure that all work is carried out in an environment where health and safety is paramount.
• Other tasks as directed by Facilities Manager & College Leadership Team
• Maintain appropriate behaviours when engaging with children

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description.  Maintenance-Groundsperson

Work Requirements

• Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
• Current Driver License
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

To Apply

Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application.

For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.

Please note applications will only be accepted via the Careers website.

Enquiries

Mr Paul Melloy, Principal

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Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.