Schools Officer

We are seeking a skilled, reliable and hands-on Schools Officer, Grounds to help maintain a safe, attractive and well-presented school environment. Working under the direction of the Principal or Business Manager you will take responsibility for a range of grounds maintenance and outdoor facility tasks, working independently on routine duties while following relevant workplace health and safety requirements. You will have practical grounds maintenance experience, strong WHS awareness, good organisational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while maintaining high standards. This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.10FTE), 7 hours per fortnight

About us:

Our school is part of a thriving country community situated on six acres of land in the Darling Downs South West, approximately 15km north of Warwick. The community is made up of cropping and dairy farms, lifestyle blocks and residential properties. Since we opened on 1 August, 1870, we have had high expectations of all our students and we take pride in our excellent behaviour and encourage all students to model our school rules and values of safety, respect, being prepared, having a go. We have a number of students who have moved from larger schools and parents are delighted with the individual support, attention and the leadership opportunities the students receive.

Your opportunity:

As the Schools Officer, Grounds you will contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the school by providing a high level of grounds care and support to the Principal, Business Manager or nominated delegate.

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.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain school ovals, lawns, gardens, trees and landscaped areas.
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment and machinery, arranging servicing as required.
• Follow WHS requirements for safe work practices and the handling and storage of chemicals, fertilisers and fuel.
• Coordinate rubbish removal and general grounds maintenance.
• Maintain and arrange repairs to fences, gates, paving, irrigation and swimming pools.
• Order and collect authorised grounds care supplies and materials.
• Maintain and improve outdoor sporting facilities.
• Support agricultural and field laboratory activities where required.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply: 

• 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
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined 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.

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.