Maintenance/Groundskeeper

State Government of Victoria, Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

State Government of Victoria seeks a facilities maintenance officer to work with the Principal and Facilities Manager in managing maintenance of school buildings, grounds, plant and equipment at Nepean School in Melbourne.

You will undertake daily maintenance, coordinate purchases, ensure safe work practices under OH&S guidelines, and collaborate with a transdisciplinary team to keep learning environments safe and welcoming for students and staff.

Qualifications

• SC1 Demonstrated ability to proactively undertake a range of maintenance duties including some trade experience relevant to the role and co-ordinate contractors when necessary.
• SC2 Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a range of people in a working environment.
• SC3 Proven ability to use highly developed organisational skills to investigate, prioritise, take appropriate action and address maintenance and grounds issues as they rise.
• SC4 Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as a member of a team, to follow instructions and take on responsibility and to work independently without direct supervision, be self-motivated and show initiative.
• SC5 Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of Occupational Health and Safety guidelines and practices.
• SC6 A strong ethic and a sense of pride in efficiently completing work to a high standard and in a timely fashion.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance, modifications and repairs to school equipment.
• Complete maintenance of the school grounds.
• Complete daily maintenance of the swimming pool.
• Coordinate purchase of items for the above.
• Ensure compliance with safe work practices within the principles of Occupational Health and Safety.
• Organise work priorities with the Principal and Facilities Manager.
• Undertake other related duties as requested by the Principal and Facilities Manager.
• Work flexibly and reliably within tight guidelines and with minimal direction in a team environment.
• Operate in a professional, courteous, efficient manner at all times respecting confidentiality.

Skills

Maintenance duties

Trade experience

Contractor coordination

Communication

Teamwork

OH&S knowledge

Job description

Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management

Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs

Reference: 1546126

Location Profile

Nepean School, located in Seaford, is an innovative educational choice offering individualised learning for students with physical disabilities and complex health impairments.

Our transdisciplinary teams work collaboratively with families to identify learning priorities, set goals and develop individualised learning plans for every student.

The transdisciplinary teams at Nepean consist of teachers, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, registered nurses (RN1), music therapists and social workers who work together to design and implement engaging learning programs for all students.

• place the student at the centre of all decision making
• enable students to be active learners and have fun
• provide opportunities for all students to be the best they can be
• share knowledge and skills
• build positive relationships and celebrate achievements
• engage in professional learning that reflects current educational and therapeutic best practise

We are connected by a strong belief that our purpose is to make a significant difference within and beyond our community.

Our school has three simple rules, in line with our commitment to the Random Acts of Kindness program. Our rules are-

• kindness to self
• kindness to others
• kindness to the environment

In this way we are focusing on, teaching and celebrating positive behaviour traits, promoting responsibility and awareness of our environment.

`Together we Achieve the Extraordinary'

Our school has evolved into a dynamic learning environment, where every member of our school community is supported to achieve their goals and empowered to embrace life-long learning.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated ability to proactively undertake a range of maintenance duties including some trade experience relevant to the role and co-ordinate contractors when necessary.

SC2 Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a range of people in a working environment.

SC3 Proven ability to use highly developed organisational skills to investigate, prioritise, take appropriate action and address maintenance and grounds issues as they rise.

SC4 Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as a member of a team, to follow instructions and take on responsibility and to work independently without direct supervision, be self-motivated and show initiative.

SC5 Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of Occupational Health and Safety guidelines and practices.

SC6 A strong ethic and a sense of pride in efficiently completing work to a high standard and in a timely fashion.

Role

To work cooperatively with the Principal and Facilities Manager in the management of maintenance of school buildings, grounds. plant and equipment.

Responsibilities

Including but not limited to:

• Complete maintenance, modifications and repairs to school equipment
• Complete maintenance of the school grounds
• Complete daily maintenance of the swimming pool
• Coordinate purchase of items for the above
• Ensure compliance of safe work practices within the principles of Occupational Health and Safety
• Organise work priorities with the Principal and Facilities Manager
• Undertake other related duties as requested by the Principal and Facilities Manager
• Work flexibly and reliably within tight guidelines and with minimal direction in a team environment
• Operate in a professional, courteous, efficient manner at all times respecting confidentiality

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces.It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [e-mail]

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees,including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

Applications close Sunday 18 October 2026 at 11.59pm