Property Staff

Genesis Christian College; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12.25% superannuation

Job summary

Genesis Christian College, located on the north side of Brisbane, is seeking a dedicated Grounds & Maintenance worker to keep our campus well presented. You will perform repairs, maintain gardens and assist with small building projects, events setup and site security as part of a collaborative facilities team.

Applicants should have hands-on maintenance experience, a valid Blue Card, and a committed Christian faith.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance and green keeping equipment/tools.
• Hands-on handyman experience.
• Eligibility for a Working with Children Card (Blue Card).
• A strong Christian faith.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks on lockers, furniture, doors, windows and fixtures.
• Assist in minor building/renovation projects and event setup/pack up.
• Maintain campus grounds, gardens and grassed areas; weed control, pruning, mowing.
• Support security with alarm checks and incident reporting; uphold safety standards.
• Respond to emergencies and clean spills as required.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Handyman skills

Gardening

Lock repair

Education

Blue Card eligibility

Strong Christian faith

Tools

Gardening equipment

Building maintenance tools

Job description

Genesis Christian College is an authentic Christian school that provides high-quality education. We develop in our students a passion for lifelong learning, Christian character and a desire to serve God in the wider community. We deliver innovative, relevant education that develops personal excellence and school pride within a safe Christ-centered environment. Our modern, well-equipped campus is located on the north side of Brisbane with an enrolment of over 1600 students from Prep to Year 12.

We are calling for applications from suitably qualified Grounds & Maintenance workers who are passionate about joining the Genesis community and actively contribute to the overall maintenance and presentation of our beautifully kept campus.

Successful applicants should have experience in or demonstrate the ability to:

• Complete various maintenance tasks, including repair of student lockers, classroom furniture, locks, doors, hinges, windows, taps, toilets, gutters, downpipes, spouts, plaster boards, painting, fences/gates and light fittings
• Assist in minor and medium level building and renovation projects
• Assist with setup and pack up for events, including festivals, carnivals, performance events and marking out sports fields
• Assist with maintaining a clean and tidy learning environment, including the collection and removal of rubbish/debris, emptying of general garbage and recycling bins as directed, and the use of leaf blowers and high pressure water cleaners
• Maintain buildings and equipment in good working condition, reporting servicing/repair needs and ensure safe storage and lockup
• Maintain College gardens and grassed areas- control of weeds, weeding, pruning, planting, mulching, fertilising and mowing
• Assist with College security, including turning off alarms,reporting security concerns, incidents etc.
• Be aware and supportive of College Workplace Health and Safety (OHS) standards and requirements
• Respond to emergency situations, as requested, including clean-up of spills etc.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated maintenance of building and green keeping equipment/tools
• Demonstrated maintenance/handyman experience
• Eligibility for a Working with Children Suitability Cared (Blue Card)
• A strong Christian faith

We recognise employee contribution through:

• A highly supportive workplace culture
• Modernfacilities and well resourced
• Annual pay increases in line with the Enterprise Agreement
• 12.25% superannuation.

Applications should include:

• A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements above
• Your CV
• A written Pastor's reference
• The names and contact details of 2 professional referees

Genesis Christian College is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where children and young people are respected, protected and empowered. All applicants will be subject to the College's child safety recruitment and screening processes in accordance with the Child Safe Standards and the guidelines of the Queensland Family and Child Commission (QFCC).

Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may appoint as soon as a suitable candidate is identified.