Merrimac State School is seeking a proactive, reliable and community-minded Schools Officer - Grounds and Facilities to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining high quality facilities and grounds, values teamwork and relationships, and enjoys contributing to a positive and welcoming school environment.

Job details

Schools Officer - Grounds and Facilities

Merrimac State School

At Merrimac State School, we value collaboration, initiative, problem solving and a strong commitment to maintaining safe, clean and engaging learning environments for students, staff and the wider community.

About the Role:

The successful applicant will support the daily operation, presentation and maintenance of the school through a broad range of grounds, facilities, security and operational duties.

Your responsibilities include, but not limted to: 

• Maintaining school grounds, gardens, ovals and outdoor sporting facilities to a high standard
• Undertaking general repairs, maintenance and improvement works across the school
• Assisting with security duties including locking and unlocking buildings, maintaining security systems and banking procedures
• Coordinating and/or arranging repairs and maintenance with tradespeople and contractors
• Ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety requirements, including safe storage and handling of chemicals, fuels and equipment
• Maintaining tools, equipment and maintenance records
• Supporting school operations through furniture movement, set-up of events and assembly spaces, mail delivery, stock control and general stores duties
• Managing waste collection, gutter and drain clearing and urgent cleaning duties when required
• Ordering and collecting approved grounds care and cleaning supplies
• Maintaining accurate registers, stocktake records and asset management processes
• Supporting a safe, organised and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors

About you:

We are looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates strong initiative and problem-solving skills
• Has experience in grounds, facilities or maintenance work
• Works collaboratively and builds positive working relationships
• Has sound computer and organisational skills
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards across facilities and grounds
• Understands workplace health and safety requirements and safe work practices
• Can manage competing priorities and work independently when required
• Is flexible, dependable and committed to supporting the broader school community

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 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER689893_26T - Role Description (PDF, 419KB)
  Role Description