Grounds & Building Maintenance Officer

3 days ago

Geelong, Victoria, Australia Marcus Oldham College Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Marcus Oldham is a leading Australian agricultural college, specialising in under-graduate and post graduate qualifications in Business, with a targeted focus on the Agriculture and Agribusiness Industries. The College also delivers a range of professional development short courses to industry through its Centre of Professional Development.

The student cohort predominantly reside on campus and the College community creates a passionate, engaged and vibrant environment.

THE ROLE:

We are seeking a full-time Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Officer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

To maintain the College buildings and grounds in good repair and to oversee and undertake maintenance and other project work.

SELECTION CRITERIA

  • Strong displayed experience in the maintenance industry, with a focus on groundskeeping and buildings.
  • Considerable experience using the tools of trade applicable to this role
  • Solid knowledge of procedures, techniques, and equipment, as well as OH&S safety regulations and procedures.
  • Ability to foster positive relationships with the broader College community (students, staff, contractors and other stakeholders) to deliver high quality service in building repairs, or other maintenance tasks.
  • Some flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed, to respond to maintenance emergencies and meet project deadlines.
  • Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team as required.
  • Exposure to a farming environment would be desirable.
  • The ability to enjoy challenges, to learn from experience and commitment to continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • (Mandatory) Drivers Licence (Mandatory)
  • (Desirable) Certificate IV in Building or equivalent (i.e. Grounds Management, Grounds Keeping & Maintenance, Plant Operations)
  • (Desirable) Chemical Uses Licences
  • (Desirable) HR Licence

BENEFITS

  • Opportunity to work with a passionate team at Australia's highly regarded and only independent Agricultural and Equine Business Management College.
  • A unique environment where you are genuinely provided with every opportunity to make your role your own, while being fully supported with your own professional development.
  • An attractive remuneration package and other benefits will be negotiated to reflect the successful candidate's skills and experience (including free-lunch during teaching trimesters)

HOW TO APPLY

  • Please send your CV and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (above) and/or in the position description which can be found here: 
  • All questions and applications MUST be forwarded to:   (please do not apply via the Seek portal).
  • Applicants must have full rights to work full-time and permanently in Australia; sponsorship is not available for this role.

Closing Date: 19th October 2025

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