Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Redbank Plains State High School is seeking a reliable and motivated Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to join our dedicated team. In this hands-on role, you will play a key part in maintaining and enhancing our school's grounds, gardens, and facilities. Your work will help
create a safe, functional, and welcoming environment that supports student learning and wellbeing.

Join a school community that values teamwork, pride in presentation, and making a positive impact every day.

This is a progressional position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the lower classification with eligibility for progression to the next, once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of both classification ranges.

Who We Are:

Redbank Plains State High School is a diverse and inclusive co-educational secondary school located in Ipswich, Queensland. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best. With a strong focus on academic excellence, wellbeing, and future pathways, Redbank Plains State High offers a range of programs that prepare students for success in further education, training, and employment.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

  • Maintaining school grounds, gardens, and sporting areas (mowing, watering, pruning, weeding, and planting).
  • Supporting site security by locking/unlocking gates, buildings and monitoring facilities.
  • Using and maintaining equipment such as mowers, whipper snippers, and small machinery in line with safety guidelines.
  • Monitoring and reporting any hazards or maintenance issues to ensure compliance with Workplace Health and Safety standards.
  • Event set up, moving of furniture.
  • Communicate and discuss with Principal/Business Manager or nominated delegate on matters regarding periodic

    maintenance of facilities.
  • Liaise with various internal and external personnel (e.g. tradespersons)

    and damage to facilities.
  • Order and/or collect general grounds care/cleaning supplies and materials as authorised by the Principal,

    Business Manager or nominated delegate.
  • Undertake ground improvement and enhancement activities; and

    prepare, mark and take general care of all outdoor sporting facilities (e.g. basketball, netball and tennis courts,

    cricket pitches, track and field areas).

Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

The Perfect Fit:

  • A proactive and dependable team player with a strong work ethic.
  • Practical skills in grounds, gardening, and/or basic maintenance.
  • Ability to safely operate and maintain tools and equipment.
  • Good communication and organisational skills to work effectively with staff, students, and contractors.
  • A commitment to creating a safe and welcoming school environment.

Submit Your Application:

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
  • Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

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.

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