EOI - Schools Officer (Grounds and Facilities) - Hervey Bay Special School

Queensland Government; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hervey Bay Special School invites Expressions of Interest for a Schools Officer (Grounds and Facilities). Join a friendly Prep to Year 12 specialist school on Kawungan, Fraser Coast, supporting grounds, buildings and facilities to keep a safe, clean, welcoming environment.

This is a temporary appointment up to 12 months with progression eligibility as per the role description. Duties include general school support, security, maintenance of grounds, assets, and liaising with school leadership and

Responsibilities

• Complete day-to-day school support duties, including mail delivery, photocopying, preparing classrooms and halls, moving furniture, managing school supplies, maintaining registers and recording school assets.
• Assist with school security, including operating security systems, banking school funds and locking and unlocking buildings within core hours.
• Maintain school grounds and facilities, including clearing drains and gutters, collecting and disposing of rubbish, assisting with school events, improving grounds and maintaining sporting areas, ovals, lawns and gardens.
• Undertake and coordinate repairs and maintenance of school buildings, furniture, equipment and facilities, including swimming pools and equipment specific to students with disabilities, while following workplace health and safety requirements.
• Liaise with the Principal, Business Manager, staff, students and external contractors regarding maintenance, repairs, lost property and facility damage. Order authorised grounds care and cleaning supplies and undertake field laboratory duties where required for junior agricultural courses.

Job description

Take the next step in your career with an Expression of Interest for a Schools Officer (Grounds and Facilities) at Hervey Bay Special School.

Help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming school environment by supporting the upkeep of grounds, buildings and facilities. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a supportive school community and make a positive difference to the learning environment.

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

Hervey Bay Special School is a welcoming Prep to Year 12 specialist school located in Kawungan on the Fraser Coast, supporting students with disability through tailored educational programs.

Guided by its motto, "Learning Together, Growing Together", the school places a strong emphasis on personalised learning, student wellbeing, communication and independence.

With a focus on collaboration and creating a supportive environment, the school is committed to helping every student achieve their individual potential.

Your Opportunity

• Complete day-to-day school support duties, including mail delivery, photocopying, preparing classrooms and halls, moving furniture, managing school supplies, maintaining registers and recording school assets.
• Assist with school security, including operating security systems, banking school funds and locking and unlocking buildings within core hours.
• Maintain school grounds and facilities, including clearing drains and gutters, collecting and disposing of rubbish, assisting with school events, improving grounds and maintaining sporting areas, ovals, lawns and gardens.
• Undertake and coordinate repairs and maintenance of school buildings, furniture, equipment and facilities, including swimming pools and equipment specific to students with disabilities, while following workplace health and safety requirements.
• Liaise with the Principal, Business Manager, staff, students and external contractors regarding maintenance, repairs, lost property and facility damage. Order authorised grounds care and cleaning supplies and undertake field laboratory duties where required for junior agricultural courses.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Occupational group

Education & Training

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.