Grounds and Maintenance Worker

Genesis Christian College; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis Christian College in Brisbane is seeking a dedicated Grounds & Maintenance worker to keep the campus well presented and safe. The role covers repairs, gardening, event setup and routine cleaning duties, contributing to a welcoming learning environment.

The successful applicant will have hands-on maintenance experience, ability to use a range of tools, and a commitment to safety and the College's Christian ethos. A Blue Card is required and referees will be contacted.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated maintenance/handyman experience.
• Eligibility for a Working with Children Suitability Card (Blue Card).
• Demonstrated maintenance of building and green keeping equipment/tools.
• Strong Christian faith.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance tasks including repair of lockers, furniture, locks, doors, hinges, windows, taps, toilets, gutters, downpipes, spouts, plaster boards, painting, fences/gates and light fittings.
• Assist in minor and medium level building and renovation projects.
• Assist with setup and pack up for events, including festivals, carnivals, performance events and marking out sports fields.
• Assist with maintaining a clean and tidy learning environment, including rubbish removal and recycling as directed.
• Maintain buildings and equipment in good condition and report servicing/repair needs.
• Maintain College gardens and grassed areas including mowing, weeding, pruning, planting and mulching.
• Assist with College security and workplace safety requirements.
• Respond to emergency situations as requested.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Handyman skills

Safety awareness

Green keeping knowledge

Education

Blue Card (Working with Children)

Tools

Leaf blower

High pressure water cleaner

Basic tools

Job description

We are calling for applications from suitably qualified Grounds & Maintenance workers who are passionate about joining the Genesis community and actively contribute to the overall maintenance and presentation of our beautifully kept campus.

Successful applicants should have experience in or demonstrate theability to:

Complete various maintenance tasks, including repair of student lockers, classroom furniture, locks, doors, hinges, windows, taps, toilets, gutters, downpipes, spouts, plaster boards, painting, fences/gates and light fittings

Assist in minor and medium level building and renovation projects

Assist with setup and pack up for events, including festivals, carnivals, performance events and marking out sports fields

Assist with maintaining a clean and tidy learning environment, including the collection and removal of rubbish/debris, emptying of general garbage and recycling bins as directed, and the use of leaf blowers and high pressure water cleaners

Maintain buildings and equipment in good working condition, reporting servicing/repair needs and ensure safe storage and lockup

Maintain College gardens and grassed areas- control of weeds, weeding, pruning, planting, mulching, fertilising and mowing

Assist with College security, including turning off alarms,reporting security concerns, incidents etc.

Be aware and supportive of College Workplace Health and Safety (OHS) standards and requirements

Respond to emergency situations, as requested, including clean-up of spills etc.

Requirements:

Demonstrated maintenance of building and green keeping equipment/tools

Demonstrated maintenance/handyman experience

Eligibility for a Working with Children Suitability Cared (Blue Card)

A strong Christian faith

We recognise employee contribution through:

• A highly supportive workplace culture
• Modernfacilities and well resourced
• Annual pay increases in line with the Enterprise Agreement
• 12.25% superannuation.

Applications should include:

A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements above

Your CV

A written Pastor's reference

The names and contact details of 2 professional referees

Genesis Christian College is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where children and young people are respected, protected and empowered. All applicants will be subject to the College's child safety recruitment and screening processes in accordance with the Child Safe Standards and the guidelines of the Queensland Family and Child Commission (QFCC).

Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may appoint as soon as a suitable candidate is identified.