Grounds Maintenance Officer

Holy Family Primary Luddenham; Luddenham; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Holy Family Primary Luddenham in Luddenham NSW is seeking a skilled Grounds Maintenance Officer for casual/temporary part-time work. The role covers grounds upkeep, cleaning and building maintenance, with emphasis on safe, welcoming school environments.

Responsibilities include general repairs, gardening, turf machinery operation, and assisting tradespeople. Trade qualification is desirable but not essential; a WWCC and pre-employment medical are required.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification (Certificate III) desirable but not essential.
• Must have valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) for employees.
• Pre-employment medical assessment required.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general repair and maintenance tasks.
• Supporting gardening and horticultural work, including planting and care of garden areas.
• Operating turf and grounds machinery under supervision.
• Assisting with safe application of fertilisers, fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides.
• Working with tradespersons to support building and furniture maintenance.
• Undertaking additional duties as required by the Principal.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Gardening

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Turf machinery

Job description

Holy Family Primary Luddenham – Luddenham NSW

Casual/Temporary, Part time

22h ago , from Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta

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

We warmly invite applications from those with the experience, skills, or qualifications to make a meaningful contribution to our vibrant school community. In this role, you will play an integral part in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-presented environment for our students and staff.

Key Responsibilities include:

• 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

To be successful in this role, you will be required to meet the following criteria:

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)

• 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.