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Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities - Rochedale State School
Metropolitan South Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Rochedale State School is seeking an experienced and passionate School's Officer, Grounds and Facilities to join our school community.
This hands-on role is ideal for someone who takes pride in maintaining school grounds and facilities to a high standard while contributing to a positive learning environment for students and staff.
If you have experience in grounds and facilities care and would like to be part of a vibrant school community, apply now!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | OO2, OO3 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - South |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MSR689524/26T |
| Closing date | 02-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | A period of 12 months unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Shannen Tuiono |
| Contact details | 07 3340 8333 Access the National Relay Service |
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.
Rochedale was officially opened in 1931 to serve the southern edge of Brisbane City and today our current enrolment exceeds 950 students from Prep to Year 6.
As an Independent Public School, Rochedale continues to explore innovations in learning to ensure the best outcomes for all students.
We are proud to be the first primary state school in Queensland to implement the International Baccalaureate (PYP) framework as the means for delivering the Australian Curriculum.
About the Role:
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.
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.
Your responsibilities:
- Responsible for a range of day to day activities that include maintenance of school ovals through regular mowing, watering and soil maintenance (refer to Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) guidelines and procedures); lawn and garden maintenance, including regular weeding and the use of appropriate insecticides and fertilisers where necessary (refer to WHS guidelines and procedures); plant, water and care for trees, shrubs, gardens; and undertake general maintenance of grounds care equipment such as mowers, brush cutters, tractors (as per manufacturers' service manuals) and arrange regular services.
- Ensure compliance with WHS requirements including maintenance of a safe work environment; safe storage and handling of chemicals, fertilisers and fuel.
- Assist with a range of duties that include coordinating the removal and/or disposal of rubbish as required (does not include emptying of bins in agreed eating areas).
- Preparing classrooms for examinations and preparing activity/assembly halls, including moving/arranging furniture and seating; removing and relocating furniture from room to room; general store duties including receipting, opening up, checking, storing and distributing school supplies and stocks; maintaining various registers; and stocktaking and recording/engraving of school equipment/furniture and assets.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Submit Your Application:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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.
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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
MSR689524_26T Role Description (PDF, 348KB)
Role Description
