Gardener - Handyperson

Department of Education; Lake King; On-site; AUD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Department of Education in the Esperance District is seeking a Gardener - Handyperson for a permanent part-time 0.4 FTE role commencing Term 1, 2027. You’ll maintain school grounds to create a safe, tidy and inviting outdoor space for students and staff.

Based in Lake King, the role involves turf areas, gardens, shrubs, and basic hard landscaping, plus equipment upkeep and OSH-compliant risk assessments in collaboration with the Manager of Corporate Services and the Principal.

Responsibilities

• Maintain school grounds to be safe, tidy and conducive to a positive learning environment.
• Oversee turf areas, garden beds, shrubs, and respond to landscaping needs including courts and paving.
• Manage gardening facilities, equipment and tools in good condition.
• Collaborate with the Manager of Corporate Services to develop safe work procedures and undertake risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation.

Job description

This is a permanent part-time (0.4 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027. Our mission is to develop students' cognitive, social and physical skills so they can develop balanced attitudes to life, make sound judgements, enjoy a full range of social and cultural activities, maximise their employment opportunities and participate as responsible members of society.

Situated in the Esperance District, Lake King is predominantly a farming area in the Shire of Lake Grace. It lies 45 kms south of the town of Varley, 70 kms north of Ravensthorpe town site, 65 kms east of Newdegate, 265 kms north-west of Esperance and 468 kms south-east of Perth.

The school currently caters for children with both physical and learning difficulties and general primary classes ranging from kindergarten to year six. Children are predominantly from farming families with all children travelling to school by bus. Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online.

The Role

Join our team as a Gardener - Handyperson and contribute to fostering a positive learning environment! As a key member, you'll be instrumental in maintaining the school grounds, ensuring they are safe, tidy, and conducive to a positive environment for both students and staff. From overseeing the turf areas, garden beds, and shrubs to managing hard landscaping features like courts and paving, you'll play a vital role in creating an inviting and inspiring outdoor space. Your commitment to maintaining gardening facilities, equipment, and tools in a good condition will be integral to promoting a positive culture within the school. Collaborate with the Manager of Corporate Services to develop safe work procedures, undertake risk assessments, and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation. If you're passionate about cultivating not just landscapes but also a positive and vibrant school culture, we welcome you to be part of our team!

Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dominic Daly, Principal, on [phone] or emailing dominic.daly@@education.wa.edu.au.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

• obtain a valid Working With Children Check.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 9 November 2026