School Grounds & Facilities Specialist

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Middlemount Community School is seeking a reliable Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to maintain grounds, gardens, buildings and outdoor areas, ensuring a safe, clean and attractive environment for students, staff and visitors.

The role involves grounds maintenance, minor repairs, setting up facilities for activities, monitoring building conditions and coordinating with staff and contractors to support daily operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in groundskeeping, maintenance or similar hands-on roles.
• Ability to undertake minor repairs and maintenance tasks safely.
• Good knowledge of workplace health and safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Strong work ethic, initiative and attention to detail.
• Good communication with staff, students, contractors and community.

Responsibilities

• Maintain school grounds, gardens and outdoor spaces to a safe and presentable standard.
• Carry out minor repairs and set up facilities for school activities.
• Monitor condition of buildings and outdoor spaces and coordinate with contractors.
• Support safe operation of the school and work with staff to meet WHS requirements.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Maintenance

Health & Safety

Independent work

Communication skills

Job description

Middlemount Community School is seeking a reliable Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to maintain grounds, gardens, buildings and outdoor areas, ensuring a safe, clean and attractive environment for students, staff and visitors.

The role involves grounds maintenance, minor repairs, setting up facilities for activities, monitoring building conditions and coordinating with staff and contractors to support daily operations.