School Grounds & Facilities Steward

Queensland Government; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Charters Towers Central State School in North Queensland is seeking a reliable Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to support daily operations and maintain a safe, clean school environment.

Responsibilities include grounds maintenance, room preparation, security, asset records, and coordinating maintenance with the Principal and Business Manager. Applicants should be practical and hardworking, with a focus on hands-on tasks in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Carry out general school support duties such as mail handling, photocopying, room preparation, stores management and asset records.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general school support duties, including handling mail and deliveries, photocopying, preparing rooms and halls for activities, managing stores and supplies, and maintaining equipment and asset records.
• Assist with school security by operating security systems, locking and unlocking buildings during core hours, and transporting and depositing school funds at the appropriate banking institution.
• Maintain a clean, safe and presentable school environment by clearing drains and gutters, managing waste, supporting school events, and completing grounds, garden and outdoor sporting facility maintenance.
• Undertake routine repairs and maintenance of school buildings, furniture, equipment and facilities, including swimming pools where required, while maintaining tools and equipment and following workplace health and safety procedures.
• Coordinate maintenance requirements with the Principal, Business Manager and relevant personnel, manage authorised grounds care supplies, liaise with tradespersons regarding repairs and facility damage, and support junior agricultural activities where required.

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Security systems

Job description

Charters Towers Central State School in North Queensland is seeking a reliable Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to support daily operations and maintain a safe, clean school environment.

Responsibilities include grounds maintenance, room preparation, security, asset records, and coordinating maintenance with the Principal and Business Manager. Applicants should be practical and hardworking, with a focus on hands-on tasks in a school setting.