Facilities Officer (Groundsperson) - St Therese's Catholic Primary School

Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton; North Burnett Regional; Hybride; AUD 44 000 - 47 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay

Long service leave

Health discounts

Fitness Passport

Generous leave

Training opportunities

Modern facilities

Résumé du poste

Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton is seeking a Facilities Officer (Groundsperson) at St Therese's Catholic Primary School, Monto. This term-time position involves maintaining grounds, gardens and school facilities, with duties including mowing, irrigation, minor repairs and event space setup.

Reporting to the Principal, the role emphasizes safety, initiative and teamwork with other grounds staff, contractors, and school staff to keep the environment well-kept and welcoming.

Qualifications

• A current Blue Card under WWC Act and suitability notice is required.
• Australian work rights are a prerequisite for the position.
• Ability to perform physical tasks safely and effectively.

Responsabilités

• Secure grounds and equipment to keep the school safe.
• Mow, trim and fertilise lawns and turf areas.
• Repair and maintain irrigation systems.
• Weed, plant and fertilise gardens.
• Perform outdoor cleaning and use high-pressure equipment.
• Assist with minor building maintenance and touch-ups.

Connaissances

Groundskeeping

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Outils

Irrigation systems

Lawn mowing equipment

Gardening tools

Description du poste

Position: Facilities Officer (Groundsperson)

Commencement Date: As soon as able or as negotiated with the successful applicant

Employment Status: Term-time

Hours per week: 25 hpw

Hourly rate: Services Staff Level 2 - $32.53 - $33.22 per hour

Applications Close: Fri day, 23 October 2026

About Us

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.

Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.

Your Role

An exciting opportunity exists to join the team at St Therese's Catholic Primary School, Monto in the position of Facilities Officer (Groundsperson). This is a term-time continuing position for 25hpw, commencing as soon as possible or as negotiated with the successful applicant.

We are seeking applicants who will contribute to the effective and efficient operation and environment of the school through a high level of personal motivation and initiative in the ongoing maintenance, beautification, and development of the school’s facilities and grounds.

Reporting to the Principal, this role performs daily grounds and maintenance tasks including minor repairs and maintenance of school building and surrounds, gardening and grounds beautification and various other tasks as required.

Typical duties include but are not limited

• Securing grounds and equipment – keeping our school safe
• Mowing, trimming and fertilising lawns and turf areas
• Repairing and maintaining irrigation systems
• Weeding, planting and fertilising gardens
• Outdoor cleaning and use of high-pressure water cleaner
• Identify and assist with minor building maintenance – e.g., touch up painting and other minor repairs.
• Assembling, moving, and relocating furniture
• Assisting with the set-up of spaces for school events
• Gardening and general caretaking of school buildings and gardens
• Working with other grounds staff, as required
• Rubbish and waste management
• Working with, contractors to oversee major repairs and maintenance
• Assist with the completion and documentation of a variety of workplace health and safety tasks as required by the principal.

About You

The successful applicant will have relevant experience and an understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic Education. In addition, you will have excellent time management skills and well developed interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range - Services Staff Level 2 - $32.53 - $33.22 per hour
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
• Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
• Modern facilities and resources

Mandatory Requirements

• A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
• Australian work rights

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Courtney McVean , Principal, St Therese's Catholic Primary School, Monto , on 4994 8315.
• For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services [e-mail]
• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.