Part-Time Gardener & Handyperson — Shape Our School Grounds

Department of Education; Cockburn; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

East Hamilton Hill Primary School (PS) within the Department of Education is hiring a part-time Gardener-Handyperson (0.6FTE) commencing Term 4, 2026. The role focuses on maintaining school grounds to support a positive learning environment and safe outdoor spaces for students and staff.

The successful applicant will work with the Manager of Corporate Services to ensure safe work practices, OSH compliance, and timely upkeep of turf, gardens, and hard landscaping.

Qualifications

• Valid Working With Children Check.
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number from the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
• Must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or hold a visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain school grounds in a safe and tidy condition.
• Oversee upkeep of turf areas, garden beds, shrubs, trees and other landscapes.
• Maintain hard landscaping features, mark sports areas and perform minor repairs.
• Keep gardening facilities, tools and machinery clean and serviceable; report faults promptly.
• Assist in developing safe work procedures and conduct risk assessments as needed.

Job description

East Hamilton Hill Primary School (PS) within the Department of Education is hiring a part-time Gardener-Handyperson (0.6FTE) commencing Term 4, 2026. The role focuses on maintaining school grounds to support a positive learning environment and safe outdoor spaces for students and staff.

The successful applicant will work with the Manager of Corporate Services to ensure safe work practices, OSH compliance, and timely upkeep of turf, gardens, and hard landscaping.