Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities

An exciting opportunity exists for a dedicated and professional Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to join Fortitude Valley State Secondary College.

In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the effective and efficient operation of the school by maintaining high standards of grounds and facilities, supporting the Principal, Business Manager, or nominated delegate. This position offers the chance to contribute to a
welcoming and well-maintained school environment that supports student learning and success.

If you are interested in becoming part of our committed team, we encourage you to apply today

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.

About the School

Fortitude Valley State Secondary College is a community of agile learners who are bold, resilient, and kind. We uphold high standards and expectations to create an orderly, innovative, and sustainable culture of excellence. Our culture is shaped by every member of our community through shared actions, traditions, and values that bring our vision to life each day. Together, we foster a welcoming environment where the conditions for learning thrive, where everyone feels part of something special, and where our language inspires pride, purpose, and power. As we build upwards, we also build outwards, connecting with local businesses, industry, and community organisations to form the vibrant heart of our precinct.

About the Role

You will perform a range of activities to ensure that the school is maintained to a high standard; follow set instructions; and have independence to perform a variety of day to day services that are routine in nature. However, the role receives regular supervision when undertaking duties that are non-routine in nature.

As the Schools Officer (Grounds and Facilities) you will not be required to perform any task or repairs that would normally require the services of a qualified tradesperson.

The position reports directly to the Principal, Business Manager or nominated delegate.

OO3 appointees must have possession of a Certificate III qualification or higher relevant to the tasks outlined, from a recognised institution under the Australian Qualification Framework or agreed equivalent which, in the opinion of the Director-General, Department of Education or delegate is acceptable

Please note that the campus will not have on-site parking. Staff will need to consider options for public transport or paid parking facilities. The area is well-serviced by public bus and rail and the school includes end-of-trip facilities (lockers and bicycle storage).

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).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities under the 'How you will be assessed' section in 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