We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to join our school community. This is a rewarding and varied role for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining high-quality facilities and grounds, and values making a positive contribution to student learning and wellbeing. As a key member of our support team, you will play an important role in ensuring our school grounds, sporting facilities, gardens, buildings and equipment are maintained to a high standard. Working closely with the Principal, Business Manager and school staff, you will help create a safe, functional and attractive environment for students, staff and visitors. Come join our Oonoonba State School Family and enjoy building relationships and long lasting friendships

Job details

About our School:

Our school is an Independent Public Primary School. We are enrolment managed and currently have 514 students, from prep to year 6. Our belief statement, "Our students are worth whatever it takes," epitomises the strength of the community. The Oonoonba State School community works together to ensure a great school. It is a school steeped in history despite a new school being built in 2002 on its current site in the middle of a newly developed estate called Fairfield Waters. We are very proud of our school.

About the Role:

As the Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities you will contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the school by providing a high level of grounds and facilities 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 and enhance school grounds, gardens, sporting facilities, and outdoor areas.
• Coordinate routine maintenance, minor repairs, and facility upkeep, including equipment and school assets.
• Support school operations through event set-up, stock management, deliveries, and general facilities services.
• Monitor and maintain security systems, building access, and site safety.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements and safe equipment operation.
• Liaise with school staff, contractors, and suppliers to support maintenance and improvement projects.
• Manage grounds equipment, landscaping activities, and the upkeep of ovals, gardens, and recreational spaces.
• Contribute to creating a safe, functional, and well-presented environment for students, staff, and visitors.

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 a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description.

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.

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.

• NQR693356_26T - Role Description (PDF, 333KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants