Groundsperson

Brisbane Catholic Education; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Assistant at Marymount Primary School, Burleigh Waters, on the Gold Coast. You will assist in maintaining playing surfaces, setting up greens, fertilising, seeding, turfing and preparing ovals for sporting events and carnivals.

You will operate with care for safety, using small machinery and tools under supervision, contributing to a welcoming school environment and supporting seasonal sports and campus upkeep.

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

Job description

Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Burleigh Waters QLD

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.

Summary

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

• Location: Marymount Primary School, Burleigh Waters
• Work hours: 38.00 hours per week
• Salary: Services Staff Level 2 - $32.50/hour + 12.75% Super
• Status: Full Time, Permanent

About our school

Marymount Primary is a co-educational Catholic primary school which caters for over 1000 students and is located on the southern end of the Gold Coast. We are a predominantly 6-stream school which has an inclusive education policy and is situated on the same campus as Marymount College.

Company 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.

Job description:

Summary

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

• Location: Marymount Primary School, Burleigh Waters
• Start date: Commencing January, 2027
• Work hours: 38.00 hours per week
• Salary: Services Staff Level 2 - $32.50/hour + 12.75% Super
• Status: Full Time, Permanent
• Ad close date: 20 November, 2026
• Contact: Brendan Creevey *********@bne.catholic.edu.au

About our school

Marymount Primary is a co-educational Catholic primary school which caters for over 1000 students and is located on the southern end of the Gold Coast. We are a predominantly 6-stream school which has an inclusive education policy and is situated on the same campus as Marymount College.

Our aim at Marymount Primary is to provide a warm and caring environment in which parents, staff and students work together to provide a holistic approach to education that encourages personal growth and pastoral care, as well as academic, sporting and arts achievement. We are proud to offer specialised technology, sport, music, drama and French lessons along with daily school officer support in beautiful learning environments with modern facilities. Our community connection extends to Burleigh Parish, with Mary Mother of Mercy church adjacent to our school campus. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

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