School Grounds & Facilities Specialist

Queensland Government; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaven State School on the Gold Coast, operated by the Queensland Government, is seeking a reliable and hands-on Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to maintain the school’s grounds, facilities and resources, ensuring a safe, functional and welcoming environment for students and staff.

The role offers progression with salary levels across two classifications, with appointment at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of daily school support duties, including mail and parcel delivery, document handling, photocopying, classroom and event set-up, furniture relocation, stores management, registers, stocktaking and asset identification.
• Support school security and operational requirements by maintaining security systems, transporting and depositing school funds, and locking and unlocking buildings during core hours.
• Maintain a safe, clean and functional school environment by managing waste, drains and gutters, responding to immediate cleaning needs, supporting major school events, and ensuring workplace health and safety requirements are met.
• Coordinate and undertake repairs and maintenance across school facilities, furniture, equipment, locks, windows and swimming pools, including maintaining relevant records and equipment, and liaising with tradespersons and school staff.
• Maintain and improve school grounds and outdoor sporting areas through mowing, watering, gardening, soil care, weed and pest management, equipment maintenance, and the preparation and upkeep of sporting facilities.

Job description

Gaven State School on the Gold Coast, operated by the Queensland Government, is seeking a reliable and hands-on Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to maintain the school’s grounds, facilities and resources, ensuring a safe, functional and welcoming environment for students and staff.

The role offers progression with salary levels across two classifications, with appointment at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.