Browns Plains State High School seeks an exceptional and innovative Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities. This position is offered on a temporary basis at 0.6 - 1.00 FTE per fortnight, until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.

In this pivotal role, where your expertise helps build safe, inspiring spaces for students to thrive. You'll ensure outstanding service delivery and contribute to ensure our school grounds and facilities are safe, welcoming, and aesthetically pleasing. Your effort will directly contribute to the overall environment and operation of our school, making it a better place for students, staff and school community. With excellent relational skills and experience, you'll champion our values: Character, Community and Culture of Excellence. Join us to set new standards in education and make a significant impact on our vibrant, global community.

Job details

About Browns Plains State High School

Browns Plains State High School aims to empower all students, living up to our motto diligence and integrity. We offer a dynamic and caring learning environment that focuses on engaging students by connecting their learning to the real world. Our programs are delivered by a highly committed and talented team of teachers and support personnel who work collaboratively with students, parents and the broader community. We work with students to succeed in the four pillars of excellence: learning, sports, arts and the community.
There is something to suit every student with our wide range of curriculum offerings, academic pathways, high level certificate courses, school based apprenticeships and traineeships and the Learning Centre program. We also have an Academic Excellence program designed for students in Year 7-10 who excel in the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science and Humanities.

This is a OO2 progression position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the OO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the OO3 level once specific criteria have been met. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of OO2 to OO3 classification range.  

About You

The successful candidate will have exceptional relational skills with experience in facilities and grounds, driven to build a positive, welcoming, and supportive school culture, and be committed to the school's development and growth. 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.

Our ideal candidate will possess these skills:

• strong relational skills and the ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders;
• demonstrated ability to conduct minor repairs and maintenance to Grounds and Facilities (except jobs that require qualified trades);
• excellent organisational skills;
• demonstrated ability to maintain school facilities and grounds at a high standard;
• ability to independently, multi-task and prioritise tasks;
• capability to perform activities consistent with WPHS guidelines (safe working environments, equipment maintenance, safe storage, handling chemicals, fertilisers and fuels);
• knowledge of Chemical Management;
• knowledge of procurement policy and managing grounds/facility budgets;
• innovative mindset and proactive approach to problem-solving;
• ability to follow instructions and work independently or as a team on routine tasks;
• horticultural experience will be highly regarded due to our unique landscaping design.

Some after hours and on call work may be required for this position.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to Apply

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 1-pg written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

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. 

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. 

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 candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

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

• SER639532_25T - Role Description (PDF, 186KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants