The Agricultural Assistant at Calliope State High School supports the effective operation of the school's agriculture program by maintaining agricultural facilities, livestock, crops, equipment and machinery in a safe, functional and secure manner.

The role assists teaching staff to deliver high-quality practical learning experiences aligned with the vision and objectives of the Queensland Department of Education.

Job details

About the School

Calliope State High School is a modern secondary school located in Calliope, near Gladstone in Central Queensland, providing education for students in Years 7-12. Opened in 2020, the school delivers the Australian Curriculum in a supportive environment focused on student success, strong relationships and building a positive legacy within the local community.

About the Role

Responsibilities include:

General

• Preparation of all agricultural field sites and agricultural machinery, equipment and materials.
• Planting, watering and care of crops and market gardens and related duties including regular physical maintenance and the use of appropriate insecticides and fertilisers where necessary.
• Other relevant agricultural duties as directed by the Head of Department, Principal or nominated delegate.

Maintenance

• Preparation and maintenance of field study sites by establishing and repairing fences, gates and soil maintenance.
• Arrange regular servicing and maintenance of agricultural machinery and equipment to ensure compliance with warranty and safety requirements.
• Maintain store rooms, machinery sheds and field laboratories in a functional, safe and orderly manner.

Cleaning

• Removal and disposal of animal waste and associated materials.
• Removal and/or disposal of agricultural equipment rubbish as required.

Stores Management

• Collect and/or receive deliveries of agricultural materials, unpack, check invoices and appropriately store and monitor petrol, LP gas, insecticides, herbicides, fertilisers, chemicals and associated supplies and prepare requisitions.
• Conduct annual stocktake of materials and equipment within the agricultural department.

Assisting Teaching Activities

• Organise the distribution and collection of class sets of tools, equipment and materials for practical work.
• Provide support to teachers during practical agricultural class activities.
• General assistance with teaching material for agricultural classes.

Other responsibilities (as required)

• Other suitable duties, consistent with the duties and responsibilities of the position as directed by the supervisor or nominated delegate.

Mandatory Requirements

• Current driver's licence
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Demonstrated experience in agriculture, farming or a related field (formal qualifications desirable but not essential)

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and self-motivated
• Strong communication skills
• Flexible and adaptable
• Professional and ethical in conduct
• Committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for students and staff

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

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.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CQR682272_26P Role Description (PDF, 281KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants