Grounds Service - St Marys, Laidley

Brisbane Catholic Education; Lockyer Valley Regional; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Competitive remuneration

Salary packaging

Wellness programs

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education invites applications for a dedicated Grounds Service Officer at St Mary's School, Laidley. You will support the presentation, maintenance and enhancement of our grounds and outdoor facilities.

This role maintains vibrant gardens, lawns, and sport ovals while safely operating small machinery and assisting with oval prep for events. Part time 24 hours/week with negotiable days; salary $32.50/hour + 12.75% super. Eligibility to work in Australia and a Blue Card required.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining playing surfaces, including fertilising, seeding and turfing.
• Certificate III or apprenticeship completed.
• Ability to assist in ordering and purchasing maintenance materials.
• Eligibility to work in Australia and hold a Blue Card.
• Not required to be Catholic.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the maintenance of playing surfaces, including setting up of greens, top dressing, fertilising under supervision, seeding, turfing, coring, and sprigging.
• Assisting in the preparation of ovals for sporting events and carnivals.
• Safely operate and maintain small machinery and plant, as required, considering the risk to self and others.
• Assisting in the equipment and plant maintenance repairs including carrying out tasks allotted under the grounds and gardens maintenance plan.
• Assisting in the ordering and purchase of materials.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Machinery operation

Sports oval preparation

Materials purchasing

Education

Certificate III in Grounds Maintenance

Job description

About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education .

About our school
St Mary's Primary School is situated in the Lockyer Valley 75 kms west of Brisbane and offers families a co-educational pathway to life-long learning. The beautiful township of Laidley boasts superb heritage buildings, a range of cafes and historical pubs. St Mary's is situated in the heart of this thriving rural community and prides itself on providing quality education for all. Our original buildings date back to 1912 and they are complemented by architecturally designed, contemporary learning spaces for the 21st century.

The staff and students work together with the Parish Priest, parents and community to ensure that our school is a place where Gospel values are nurtured and individuals learn and grow in a happy and secure environment. St Mary's Laidley, acknowledging our heritage and embracing the future. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

St Mary's School, Laidley is seeking a dedicated Grounds Service Officer to support the presentation, maintenance and enhancement of our grounds and outdoor facilities.

Take pride in maintaining vibrant gardens, lush lawns, and top-quality sports ovals, creating a welcoming environment for all.

• Location:St Marys - Laidley
• Work hours: 24 hours per week, 4 days per week. Days and hours of duty negotiable.
• Salary: $32.50 per hour + 12.75% Super
• Status:Part Time Continuing

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Assisting in the maintenance of playing surfaces, including setting up of greens, top dressing, fertilising under supervision, seeding, turfing, coring, and sprigging
• Assisting in the preparation of ovals for sporting events and carnivals
• Safely operate and maintain small machinery and plant, as required, considering the risk to self and others
• Assisting in the equipment and plant maintenance repairs including carrying out tasks allotted under the grounds and gardens maintenance plan
• Assisting in the ordering and purchase of materials.

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Knowledge of maintaining playing surfaces, including fertilising, seeding, and turfing
• Ability to assist in preparing ovals for sporting events and carnivals
• Skilled in safely operating and maintaining small machinery, ensuring safety for all
• Experience in equipment and plant maintenance, following the grounds maintenance plan
• Ability to assist in ordering and purchasing materials for maintenance tasks
• Relevant tertiary qualifications at Certificate III level, or completion of an apprenticeship
• For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards :

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
• Active staff social club and wellness programs
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness Passport access- discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters acommitment to the safeguarding of childrenand promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility . The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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