Looking for a hands-on role that gives you a great work-life balance?

Golden Beach State School is seeking a reliable and motivated Schools Officer, Grounds to join our friendly team for two days per week until the end of 2026, unless otherwise determined.

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in well-maintained grounds and like seeing the difference your work makes each day, this could be the perfect opportunity. Bring your practical skills, initiative and positive attitude and help us keep our beautiful school grounds looking their best.

Job details

About us:

Golden Beach State School was opened in 1983. In this time we have gained an excellent reputation attributed to many things but in particular to the genuine commitment by staff, students and parents to the pursuit of educational excellence.

With its attractive setting our school has grown to over six hundred students. A learning, caring and sharing environment has been forged through a partnership of teacher effort, parent support and student application.

We consider that it is the right of every child who attends our school to fully enjoy the wide range of facilities provided. Through our behaviour education program we aim to have all children treating others with consideration and respect. We strongly encourage quality educational outcomes and real effort.

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 shrubs.
• Operate, maintain and service grounds equipment.
• Follow WHS requirements for safe work and chemical handling.
• Manage rubbish, repairs, irrigation and general grounds maintenance.
• Maintain swimming pools and water quality records.
• Order supplies and improve school grounds.
• Prepare and maintain outdoor sporting facilities.
• Assist with junior agricultural activities when 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 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.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

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.

Documents

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

• NCR701600_26E - Role Description (PDF, 318KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants