Springbank Secondary College | Grounds Person

Springbank Secondary College is a specialist basketball school in Pasadena, home to a purpose-built three-court basketball stadium shared with Basketball SA and the Sturt Sabres, alongside 10 acres of grounds, gardens and sporting facilities. The campus also features the Tower Arts Centre for performing arts, along with science, technology and design facilities -making it a vibrant, close-knit community with a strong sporting and creative identity. We are currently seeking an experienced Grounds Keeper to join our team!

At the Department for Education in South Australia, we believe every child and young person deserves the foundation to thrive, and that starts with brilliant people like you. With over 30,000 dedicated professionals across the state, we lead the way in education through innovation, inclusivity and a shared sense of purpose.

We are seeking a passionate Grounds Person for a part-time contract (16 hours per week) for a short-term contract 26/08/2026 – 23/12/2026

What you will do:

• Independently maintain sports grounds, gardens and irrigation systems to a high standard

• Coordinate grounds maintenance, sports field preparation and waste management

• Plan and manage maintenance schedules, and safely operate grounds keeping equipment and machinery

• Oversee minor repairs, site security and asset maintenance in line with Work Health and Safety requirements

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and provide guidance to staff within your area of expertise

• Contribute to school culture by engaging students in grounds programs

What you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in grounds maintenance, sports field preparation, irrigation and garden care, gained through employment, sporting clubs or community organisations

• Sound knowledge of turf and garden management, irrigation systems and the safe operation of machinery

• Strong Work Health and Safety, environmental and grounds presentation standards, and the ability to work effectively in a team

Why choose us?

• Be part of a close-knit, inclusive school community that values every student's point of difference

• Play a hands-on role in shaping a safe, well-presented and functional environment for staff and students

• Opportunity to contribute directly to student wellbeing through grounds-based programs

Ready to bring your brilliance to Springbank Secondary College?

If you have a strong passion for the outdoors and take pride in maintaining high-quality grounds and facilities, we want to hear from you. Please click the Apply button to start your journey with Springbank Secondary College today!