We are seeking a dedicated Schools Officer (Grounds and Facilities) to join our team. You will be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and be capable of planning, organising, problem solving and prioritising your own workload. You will also be a proactive team member who adheres to strict workplace health and safety requirements when undertaking a variety of school maintenance functions. Previous experience in a school setting would be advantageous.

Job details

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months. 

About Us:

We are a beautifully established primary school located in the picturesque Gold Coast Hinterland with approximately 650 students..

Our school motto, ‘Friendship, Achievement and Respect', will embody your daily work as you support students, staff and school operations. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, pride in your work environment and a positive disposition are all key aspects to this role.

Your Role:

You will work within a team to 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.

Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for a range of day to day activities that include maintenance of school oval through regular mowing, watering and soil maintenance (refer to Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) guidelines and procedures);
• Lawn and garden maintenance, including regular mowing, edging, hedging, weeding and the use of appropriate insecticides and fertilisers where necessary (refer to WHS guidelines and procedures); *
• Maintenance of a safe work environment; safe storage and handling of chemicals, fertilisers and fuels. Safe operation and general maintenance of grounds care equipment such as mowers, brush cutters, tractors (as per manufacturers' service manuals) and arrange regular services.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements including maintenance of a safe work environment; bring to appropriate attention any safety hazards.
• Other suitable duties, consistent with the duties and responsibilities of the position as directed by the supervisor or nominated delegate.

Mandatory requirements of this role are:

• Open Drivers Licence
• Working with Children (Blue Card) Check
• Criminal History Check
• General Construction Induction Training Card (or willingness to obtain one)

Please ensure you read the generic Role Description for the full duties of this role before applying.

Please forward your application to the Business Manager- Rebecca Markwick at rparn14@eq.edu.au by COB Friday 2nd August, 2024.

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.

How to Apply:

• Please provide a written CV (max 2 pages) including details of your experience and 2 referees (including one who is your current supervisor/manager)

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. 

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.

• SER581538_24E - Role Description (PDF, 303KB)
  Role Description
  
  Candidate Information Fact Sheet (PDF, 728KB)
  Information Package for Applicants