Corinda State High School is seeking a proactive, organised and customer-focused Facilities Officer (AO4) to lead the day-to-day management of our facilities and grounds. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced facilities professional to contribute to a high-performing school environment that supports student success and community engagement. As a key member of the school's operational team, you will work closely with the Principal, Business Manager and Facilities staff to ensure our buildings, grounds and assets are safe, functional and well-maintained. The role involves coordinating maintenance programs, managing contractors, overseeing school facilities and supporting compliance with workplace health and safety requirements.

Job details

About our School:

Corinda State High School is one of Brisbane's leading co-educational public schools. We provide an extraordinary variety of learning opportunities that not only suit individual needs, but exceed expectations. Our school has a strong academic and artistic focus, as well as an excellent reputation in our extra-curricular and sporting activities. In fact, our spacious land and Agricultural Farm are unique features of the school. We are proud of our past students who graduated as active participants of society, take responsibility for their actions, engage in life-long learning and contribute to the stewardship of the environment. 

About the Role:

Reporting to the Principal or delegate, the Facilities Officer will:

• Coordinate the daily operation and management of school facilities, grounds and assets.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance programs, ensuring timely completion of works.
• Supervise and support facilities staff, contractors and service providers.
• Manage access permits, keys, alarms and site security arrangements.
• Coordinate the hire and use of school facilities and fleet vehicles where applicable.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure facilities meet safety, security and operational standards.
• Monitor maintenance budgets, procurement activities and stock requirements.
• Maintain accurate records, registers and compliance documentation.
• Support the implementation of the school's Facility Management Plan and Workplace Health and Safety obligations.

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

About You:

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Experience in facilities, property, asset or maintenance management.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Experience coordinating contractors and service providers.
• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety practices.
• Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to work independently while leading and supporting a team.
• Competence in administrative systems, budgeting and record management.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality customer service within a school environment.

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 about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
• 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.

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.

• MSR693268_26P - Role Description (PDF, 296KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants