School Grounds & Facilities Specialist

Queensland Government; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Moranbah State High School in Education Mackay, Australia, is seeking a hands-on Grounds and Facilities Officer to manage routine tasks, identify safety issues, and work collaboratively with the school team.

The role involves mowing, landscaping, irrigation monitoring, record keeping of facilities and maintenance, and assisting with furniture movements for events and activities. Basic computer skills and use of iPads for established processes are required.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills are important for maintaining registers and using established processes.
• Effective communication and collaboration with the school team are essential.

Responsibilities

• Mowing, edging, brush cutting, watering, weeding and maintaining lawns, gardens and landscaped areas.
• Maintaining the school oval and outdoor sporting areas, including mowing, water, soil maintenance and preparation for activities.
• Monitoring irrigation systems and identifying faults or maintenance requirements.
• Checking grounds each morning for hazards, rubbish, wildlife, damage or issues.
• Clearing drains and gutters and ensuring outdoor areas remain safe and functional.
• Monitoring fences, gates, locks, windows, lighting and repairs of external facilities.
• Completing minor maintenance and repairs within scope of role.
• Setting up and packing down furniture, seating and equipment for activities and events.
• Assisting with movement of furniture, equipment and deliveries around the school.
• Maintaining accurate records and registers relating to facilities and maintenance, including SOPs and maintenance registers.
• Working through facilities requests and providing progress updates.
• Completing school improvement and grounds enhancement projects.
• Undertaking other grounds and facilities duties as directed by the Business Manager.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Tools

iPad

Computer programs

Job description

Moranbah State High School in Education Mackay, Australia, is seeking a hands-on Grounds and Facilities Officer to manage routine tasks, identify safety issues, and work collaboratively with the school team.

The role involves mowing, landscaping, irrigation monitoring, record keeping of facilities and maintenance, and assisting with furniture movements for events and activities. Basic computer skills and use of iPads for established processes are required.