Grounds Maintenance Officer

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese; Luddenham; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Holy Family Primary School Luddenham, part of Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese, is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Officer to support daily upkeep of the school grounds and facilities.

The temporary position is part-time (48 hours per week) from 1 February 2027 to 23 May 2028, with responsibilities including general repair, gardening support, equipment operation, and safe chemical application, under supervision.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification is highly desirable.
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical assessment.
• Working With Children Check (WWCC) required.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general repair and maintenance tasks.
• Supporting gardening and horticultural work, including preparation and ongoing care of garden areas.
• Operating, maintaining, and adjusting turf and grounds machinery under supervision.
• Assisting with safe application of fertilisers, fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides.
• Working with qualified tradespersons to support building and furniture maintenance.
• Undertaking additional duties as requested by the Principal or Delegate, including security system operations.

Education

Trade qualification (Certificate III) desirable

Job description

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese – Luddenham NSW

Holy Family Primary School Luddenham is seeking a skilled and reliable Grounds Maintenance Officer to support the day-to-day upkeep of the school grounds and facilities.

Temporary part-time, 48 hours per week

From 1 February 2027 - 23 May 2028

The successful candidate will work as part of the school team and assist with a range of services, including grounds maintenance, cleaning and general building maintenance, helping to ensure the school environment is safe, welcoming and well maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out general repair and maintenance tasks
• Supporting gardening and horticultural work, including preparation, planting, and ongoing care of garden areas
• Operating, maintaining, and adjusting turf and grounds machinery under general supervision
• Assisting with the safe application of fertilisers, fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides
• Working alongside qualified tradespersons to support building and furniture maintenance
• Undertaking additional duties as requested by the Principal or Principal's Delegate, which may include operating the school's security system at the beginning or end of a shift

About You

• While a Trade qualification (Certificate III) is not essential, you must have a skill level supported by relevant knowledge, training, or experience suited to the duties of the position. A trade qualification is highly desirable
• Ability to complete a pre-employment medical assessment with our partnering provider to a satisfactory standard
• A valid Working With Children Check (Employee)

The Organisation

CSPD is committed to responding to the needs of all students. With over 5,000 employees located across 80 primary and secondary schools and office communities, our aim is to transform learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 43,500 students while enriching the professional lives of staff.

Child Safeguarding Statement

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment, including holding a cleared NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) and compliance with CSPDs Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Children and Students. For more information regarding WWCCs, click here.

Diversity Statement

CSPD strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.