Grounds Maintenance Officer

Our Lady of the Angels Primary Rouse Hill; The Hills Shire Council; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Flexible work arrangements

Growth and development opportunities

Cultural leave

Job summary

Our Lady of the Angels Primary Rouse Hill, Kellyville NSW, is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Officer to support the school's operations by delivering cleaning, grounds and building maintenance, and related duties. The role covers plant care, turf management, and safe handling of fertilisers and pesticides, with supervision by tradespeople as required.

You'll work 7am–3pm, four days a week (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri or negotiable) with pay starting at $28.13/hr for Level 2 (Unqualified) or $33.06/hr for

Qualifications

• Trade qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Pre-employment medical assessment is required.
• Valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general repair and maintenance tasks.
• Support gardening and horticultural work, including planting and ongoing care.
• Operate and maintain turf and grounds machinery under supervision.
• Assist with safe application of fertilisers, fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides.
• Respond to alarms and assist with security of school buildings, follow emergency procedures.
• Work with qualified tradespersons for building and furniture maintenance.
• Undertake additional duties as requested by the Principal or Delegate.

Skills

General maintenance

Gardening

Horticulture

Grounds machinery

Education

Trade qualification (Certificate III) desirable

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.