We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to perform a range of activities to ensure that the school is maintained to a high standard and have independence to perform a variety of grounds and facility services.

This role is offered on a permanent full-time basis.

Job details

About the School

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.  

Moranbah East State School is one of two primary schools located in the Central Qld Region, 200km west from Mackay Qld.  We provide educational services for students from Prep to Year 6 and are extremely proud of our students, our staff and collectively - our team.

Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for a range of day to day activities that may include delivering parcels internally; preparing classrooms for examinations and preparing activity/assembly halls, including moving/arranging furniture and seating; removing and relocating furniture from room to room; maintaining various registers; and stocktaking and recording/engraving of school equipment/furniture and assets.
• Assist with a range of duties that include clearing and hosing of drains and gutters; collection of waste; undertaking immediate action cleaning duties (outside the normal operating hours of the school's cleaning staff); coordinating the removal and/or disposal of rubbish as required (does not include emptying of bins in agreed eating areas); assist with requirements for significant events such as school events and major sporting events.
• Support with a variety of security duties at the school that involve using and maintaining the school security systems.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements including maintenance of a safe work environment; safe storage and handling of chemicals, fertilisers and fuels; bring to appropriate attention any safety hazards; manage equipment records; and maintain tools and equipment for repair services (as per manufacturer's service manual).

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 in response to the attached role description.

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.

• CQR634666_25P - Role Description (PDF, 186KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants