Grounds Maintenance Officer

Our Lady Of The Angels Primary Rouse Hill; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Flexible work arrangements

Career development opportunities

Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres

Job summary

Our Lady of the Angels Primary Rouse Hill in NSW seeks a skilled Grounds Maintenance Officer to support the school's operations, providing cleaning, grounds upkeep and general support to create a safe, welcoming environment for students and staff. You will work with a team to maintain facilities and outdoor spaces.

The role offers early morning hours, a 4-day pattern, and rates from 28.13 to 33.06 AUD per hour with pre-employment medicals and WWCC as part of the onboarding process.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification not essential; relevant experience acceptable.
• Valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) required.
• Pre-employment medical assessment may be required.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general repair and maintenance tasks.
• Gardening and horticultural work including planting and care.
• Operate turf and grounds machinery under supervision.
• Assist with safe application of fertilisers, fungicides and pesticides.
• Respond to alarms and assist with security and incident reports.
• Support building and furniture maintenance with qualified tradespersons.
• Undertake additional duties as required by school leadership.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Gardening

General maintenance

Safety procedures

Education

Trade qualification (Certificate III)

Tools

Grounds machinery

Job description

Our Lady of the Angels Primary Rouse Hill – Kellyville NSW

7d ago , from Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta

• Work Pattern: 7am to 3pm, 4 days a week ideally Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri or negotiable
• Rate: Starting at Level 2 (Unqualified) $28.13 an hour or Level 3 (Qualified) $33.06 per hour
• Prerequisites: Undergo satisfactory completion of a Pre-employment Medical and Clearances
• Location: Rouse Hill, NSW

About the Opportunity

Our Lady of the Angels Primary is seeking a skilled Grounds Maintenance Officer to support the effective operation of the school by providing a range of essential services, including cleaning, building maintenance, grounds maintenance, and other general support duties as required.

We invite applications from those with the experience, skills, or qualifications to make a meaningful contribution to our vibrant school community.

Why Work for Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD)

There are so many great things that Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese has to offer! As a valued employee, you can benefit from up to 25% off school fees for your children enrolled in our schools. But that's not all, we offer:

• Salary packaging for eligible employees
• Fitness Passport (discounted gym membership and more)
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible employees
• Extensive growth and development opportunities
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees

Key Responsibilities

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
• Responding to alarms, following emergency procedures, preparing incident reports, and helping ensure the security of school buildings
• 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 but not essential
• Ability to complete a pre-employment medical assessment with our partnering provider to a satisfactory standard
• A valid Working With Children Check (Employee)

Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.

Applications Close: Wednesday, 30th September

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.

Diversity Statement

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

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