Facilities Officer

6 days ago

Emerald Queensland, Australia Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton Full time

Position: Facilities Officer (Gardens, Grounds and Maintenance) Commencement Date: As soon as possible Employment Status: Full-time or part-time (as negotiated with the successful applicant) Hours per week: 38 (a minimum of 15 hours if part-time) Hourly rate: $ $35.64 **Applications Close:**** Friday, 14 November 2025

About us

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.

Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.

Your Role

An exciting opportunity exists to join the team at Marist College, Emerald, in the position of Facilities Officer (Gardens, Grounds and Maintenance). This is a full-time continuing position for 38hpw, commencing as soon as able or part-time (minimum of 15 hours) as negotiated with the successful applicant.

We are seeking applicants who will contribute to the effective and efficient operation and environment of the school through a high level of personal motivation and initiative in the ongoing maintenance, beautification, and development of the school's facilities and grounds.

Reporting to the Principal, this role performs daily grounds and maintenance tasks including minor repairs and maintenance of school building and surrounds, gardening and grounds beautification and various other tasks as required.

Typical duties include but are not limited:-

  • Securing grounds and equipment – keeping our school safe
  • Mowing, trimming and fertilising lawns and turf areas
  • Repairing and maintaining irrigation systems
  • Weeding, planting and fertilising gardens
  • Outdoor cleaning and use of high-pressure water cleaner
  • Identify and assist with minor building maintenance – e.g., touch up painting and other minor repairs.
  • Assembling, moving, and relocating furniture
  • Assisting with the set-up of spaces for school events
  • Gardening and general caretaking of school buildings and gardens
  • Working with other grounds staff, as required
  • Rubbish and waste management
  • Working with, contractors to oversee major repairs and maintenance

About you

The successful applicant will have relevant experience and an understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic Education. In addition, you will have excellent time management skills and well developed interpersonal skills.

What we offer

  • Competitive salary range
  • Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
  • Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
  • Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
  • Access to Fitness Passport
  • Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
  • Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
  • Modern facilities and resources

Mandatory Requirements

  • A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
  • Australian work rights

How to Apply

Please review our How To Apply Online Guide

  • Complete the application below
  • Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools
  • Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees
  • Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.

Further information

  • For a confidential conversation please contact Mark Green, Principal, Marist College, Emerald, on
  • For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services
  • Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Friday, 14 November 2025.

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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