Miami State High School is seeking an enthusiastic Schools Officer who is able to work collaboratively with the school's leadership team and takes pride in maintaining school facilities to a high standard.

Apply now to join a supportive school community and help create a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for students and staff.

Job details

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

This is a progressional position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the lower classification with eligibility for progression to the next, once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of both classification ranges.

About Us:

Our school is located in the heart of Miami, an innovative and socially vibrant neighbourhood that mirrors the energy and vitality of our student body.

We encourage our students to connect with the world around them, appreciating the beauty of the Miami area and recognizing the importance of caring for our local community. 

At Miami we are committed to providing dynamic and future-focused education.

This is realised through a variety of pathways offered to students allowing individuals to excel in their chosen fields.

About the Role:

As the Facilities Officer you will contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the school by providing a high level of facilities support to the Principal. 

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.

A golf buggy is provided for ease of access around the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Being responsible for a range of day to day activities that may include delivering and collecting mail, parcels and documents; preparing spaces for examinations and preparing assembly halls including moving/arranging furniture and seating; removing and relocating furniture from room to room; storing and distributing school supplies and stocks; engraving of school equipment/furniture and assets.
• Support a variety of security duties at the school that involve using and maintaining the school security systems; banking of school funds; locking and unlocking buildings (within core hours).
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements including maintenance of a safe work environment; bring to appropriate attention any safety hazards; maintain tools and equipment for repair services (as per manufacturers' service manuals).
• Attend to/or arrange repairs and maintenance within the school, including those which relate to furniture and equipment; locks and windows; swimming pool (eg. Maintaining proper water quality, testing water, keeping records of tests, adjusting/adding chemicals as consistent with workplace health and safety guidelines.
• Provide basic maintenance of equipment specific to schools with students with disabilities.
• Communicate and discuss with Principal/Business Manager or nominated delegate on matters regarding periodic maintenance of facilities.

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to submit:

• A short written statement (maximum 1-page) describing your suitability to the Schools Officer - Facilities role description.
• A brief resume, contact details for 2 referees (one of whom is your current Supervisor).

Applications and enquiries should be directed to Kurt Howell, Facilities Manager khowe31@eq.edu.au by COB Friday, 22 May 2026

The successful applicant must possess a current Working with Children Check clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

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.

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
  
  SER689211_26E Role Description (PDF, 341KB)
  Role Description