Maintenance Worker

Sydney Catholic Schools; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Australia is seeking a full-time Maintenance Worker to ensure a clean and safe environment for students. Responsibilities include general maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs. Candidates should have a relevant trade qualification and experience in a school environment. This role offers a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Salary packaging options

Discounts on school fees

Ongoing training opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• Experience in prioritising and completing allocated work plans.
• Ability to assist with cleaning and repairs as needed.
• Capability to follow chemical usage and storage procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance work for a clean and safe environment.
• Complete daily security routines and safety inspections.
• Plan and execute minor repairs, including plumbing and painting.

Skills

Prioritisation

Cleaning and repairs

Workflow planning

Following safety procedures

Positive interaction

Education

Qualification in relevant trade

Job description

St Anthony of Padua Catholic College Austral

Commencement Date: Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Closing Date: Sunday, 12 October 2025
Capacity: Full-Time, Permanent

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity as a Maintenance Worker!

Be part of St Anthony of Padua Catholic College Austral's dedicated team, shaping the next generation with quality education and unwavering values. Apply now and embrace an exciting journey of teaching and professional growth.

About Our School

STAPCC is a K-12 state-of-the-art Kindergarten to Year 12 college that provides opportunities for students to be known, valued and challenged for the 13 years of their formal education and beyond. We aim to develop confident, independent young adults in richly resourced learning environments designed to engage students. The college is situated in close proximity to future university campuses, the South-West Rail Link and M5, on a beautiful, spacious property. It is an exciting time for the College as we will welcome our first Year 12 cohort in 2026.

Position Highlights

The successful applicant will join the school with a focus on providing quality Catholic education, maximising student outcomes by offering a rich, relevant and holistic curriculum that is student centred, flexible and challenging.

This full-time role is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 27 January 2026. We welcome applications from recent graduates as well.

Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools

In joining Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), you will be part of the largest Catholic education community in NSW, with a unified vision and shared resources, encompassing over 145 schools and over 74,000 students. We enable job mobility across the system, diverse career opportunities and an extensive suite of professional development programs.

SCS is renowned for excellence, with six schools in the top 100 and 13 in the top 150 of the 2024 HSC rankings. Over 51% of results were Band 5 or 6, and our students achieved 2,819 Distinguished Achiever mentions.

Be part of a system that fosters academic, creative and vocational success, shaping future leaders every step of the way.

• remuneration package valued at up to $79,743. Base salary ranges from $60,130 to $71,199. Salary calculated on unaveraged conditions (work year round)
• salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
• up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• ongoing training and development opportunities
• discounts on gym classes and memberships, activewear, healthy meals, and wellbeing products
• generous Employee Referral Program.

About You

St Anthony of Padua Catholic College Austral is seeking an enthusiastic Maintenance Worker to undertake general and maintenance work to ensure a clean, orderly and safe environment that enables enhanced student learning outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate the ability to:

• prioritise and complete allocated work plans in accordance with School/College requirements
• assist with cleaning and repairs
• plan and organise workflow to accomplish established objectives
• follow chemical usage and storage procedures
• move items of furniture and classroom supplies around and set up furniture and equipment for sporting and special events
• complete daily security routines (including school lockup and setting of alarm system) and safety inspections of grounds and equipment
• promote a positive image of the School/College in all interactions
• support other teams during peak loads
• plan and execute maintenance of the school including gardens, paths, signage etc
• undertake minor repairs as required including plastering, painting and basic carpentry
• undertake minor repairs or replacements as required, including tap washers, light bulbs, furniture and equipment etc
• identify and report any risks to the school leadership team
• comply with WHS standards to ensure compliance
• use technology and IT systems proficiently
• previous experience in a school environment
• qualification in relevant trade.

Application Process

Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the steps to submit your application. To complete the application process, please ensure you attach the following:

• current CV
• three referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) and your last principal.

Please note that candidates may be interviewed and appointed prior to the closing date.

Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.

If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on [phone] (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

Click here to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.