Grounds & Maintenance Team Member, Operational Services (Full-time)

St Stephen's School; City Of Kalamunda; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Kalamunda seeks a Grounds & Maintenance Team Member. This full-time role involves maintaining gardens, assisting with events, and ensuring the safety of the grounds. Candidates should have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, hold a current First Aid Certificate, and possess a Light Rigid Heavy Vehicle Licence. A passion for environmental sustainability is a plus.

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employment

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safe chemical use.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance of grounds, ovals, lawns, and garden beds.
• Assist with College Events.
• Perform basic building maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Safe use of chemicals

Power tools maintenance

Education

Current First Aid Certificate

Light Rigid Heavy Vehicle Licence

Job description

Grounds & Maintenance Team Member, Operational Services (Full-time)

Description

FULL TIME POSITION

WHO WE ARE

HillSide Christian College is an evangelical Christian school located in Forrestfield, with an approximate enrolment of 460 students from 4-year-old Kindy to Year 12.

HillSide Christian College is seeking a Grounds and Maintenance Worker to join the Operational Services Team in a full-time position.

Refer to the Position Description below for details.

There is potential for an initial one or two-year Fixed Term Contract, with the possibility of conversion to ongoing.

Salary is based on the College’s Administration Pay Scale at Level 1.1, which is above the Award rate.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should be able to demonstrate their personal faith in Jesus Christ as God and Saviour and be an active member of an evangelical Christian Church.

Provide a cover letter, discussing your experience and ability in relation to roles such as grounds and maintenance. Talk to the Selection Criteria listed.

Include a brief statement of your Christian Faith, and contact details of a Pastor/Elder who may be contacted for a verbal reference. Written References are acceptable.

Providing a CV is optional.

Attach one document demonstrating Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or unrestricted rights to work in Australia.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Grounds & Maintenance Team Member, Operational Services (OPS)

Level: 1

Award: Educational Services (Schools) General Staff Award [MA000076], Grade 1

Reports to: Business Manager, Jim Tsokos

Supervisor: Operational Services Coordinator, Peta Nicholls

Job Purpose: Provide support to the College’s Operational Services (OPS) Coordinator, in the development, maintenance and overall presentation of the College’s grounds, gardens and building facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance of grounds, ovals, lawns and garden beds.
• Assist in the development of new areas
• Undertake routine pressure cleaning (paths, paving, playgrounds and gutters).
• Report any identified major maintenance or repairs that arise.
• Report any identified Occupational Health and Safety issues.
• Undertake basic building maintenance, including but not limited to applying and repairing paint and plaster surfaces, repairs to locks, windows, doors, fixing hooks, changing light bulbs, cleaning gutters, beams and poles.
• Assist with repair requests, including basic plumbing and carpentry.
• Safe operation and basic maintenance of power tools and machinery, assist with maintaining service logs.
• Moving furniture and equipment.
• Assist with College Events (for example, set up and pack up).
• Perform general ad hoc cleaning tasks.
• Promote environmental sustainability through recycling.
• Other duties as required from time to time, as requested by the Principal or delegate.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills that build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team and an ability to take directions and work independently when required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the safe use of chemicals and safe storage requirements.
• Demonstrated ability in use and maintenance of power tools and machinery.
• Problem-solving skills that demonstrate the ability to readily refer to a line manager.
• Light Rigid (LR Class) Heavy Vehicle Licence

Current First Aid Certificate

Prior to commencement, employees will need to meet the following essential compliance requirements:

• Hold or obtain a current Working with Children Check
• Hold or obtain a satisfactory National Police Clearance
• Hold a current Driver’s Licence (minimum ‘C’ Class)
• Sign the College’s Code of Conduct (including Faith Statement) and the Employment Contract
• Provide original Birth Certificate or Passport, or Visa Grant or VEVO document as relevant, demonstrating Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or unrestricted rights to work in Australia
• Provide a copy of any qualifications and certificates.

For further job-related information please contact Mrs Peta Nicholls (OPS Coordinator) through the College office on [phone] or email: [e-mail].

The College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.