Maintenance Worker - Labourer

Canberra Grammar School; Canberra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging arrangements

Onsite health clinic

14 weeks paid parental leave

Education fee concessions

Job summary

Canberra Grammar School is seeking a Maintenance Worker to join our Facilities team for a six-month, full-time contract. You will perform varied maintenance tasks, assist with waste management, and help keep campus facilities in top condition, contributing to a safe, welcoming environment for students and staff.

The role requires physical fitness, the ability to work at heights, and a commitment to safety. A police check and relevant certifications are required or encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience performing general maintenance tasks and related duties.
• Ability to work physically and safely in a school environment.
• Willingness to undergo police checks and obtain required certifications.
• Familiarity with waste management and facilities upkeep is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Tackle daily maintenance tasks including waste collection, moving furniture and general upkeep.
• Support campus safety and appearance to meet regulatory requirements.

Skills

Manual handling

Work at heights

Teamwork

Communication

Maintenance tasks

Education

First Aid certification

ACT WWPP card

National Police Check

Tools

Testing and Tagging

Job description

• Practical, varied work that makes a visible difference

• Six-month, full-time contract
• One rostered day off (RDO) each month
• Practical, varied work that makes a visible difference

About The Role

Join Canberra Grammar School as a Maintenance Worker and put your practical skills to work keeping our campus safe, secure and looking its best. Working alongside our Maintenance team, you’ll tackle a range of daily tasks, from waste collection and management to moving furniture and equipment and carrying out general maintenance. Your contribution will help keep our grounds and facilities well maintained, meet regulatory requirements and create a welcoming environment for the entire CGS community.

About You

You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:

• The ability to implement initiatives and project delivery
• Previous maintenance experience desirable
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling
• Must be able to work at heights when required
• Ability to work as part of a team and individually
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner
• Willingness to go through a police check
• Clear communication skills and a courteous professional manner
• Testing and Tagging experience desirable
• Current First Aid training (or willingness to obtain this)

All team members at CGS are required to have:

• Appropriate qualifications
• A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
• A current National Police Check; and
• Full working rights within Australia.

Benefits For You

As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

• A competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for permanent team members)
• Employee awards program and generous professional development funding
• Attractive salary packaging arrangements
• Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
• Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
• Access to the onsite health clinic
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave
• School fee concessions (for permanent team members)
• Convenient onsite parking

Working at CGS

We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.

We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

Canberra Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo child safety screening and recruitment checks in accordance with our Child Safe policies.