School Grounds & Maintenance Assistant

Government schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Canterbury Girls Secondary College, located in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, seeks a General Maintenance & Groundskeeper Assistant to support daily upkeep of the school’s facilities and grounds. The role involves routine maintenance tasks, adherence to OH&S guidelines and coordination with the facilities team.

The successful candidate will assist the Facilities Manager, wear a maintenance uniform, and work 7.00am–3.00pm during term time with school holidays paid as per the VGSA.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to perform duties in line with established guidelines and frameworks.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Technical knowledge relevant to school maintenance and grounds tasks.
• Ability to provide advice and support to management and staff on the work area.
• Commitment to professional learning and growth for self and others.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Facilities Manager with day-to-day maintenance and grounds tasks.
• Maintain and present school grounds and facilities ensuring OH&S standards are met.
• Interact professionally with staff, contractors and students at all times.
• Wear a maintenance uniform as supplied by the college.
• Work hours: 7.00am–3.00pm during term; school holidays paid per VGSA; leave purchase may be negotiated.
• Hold a current Working with Children Card (employee) is required.
• Experience in general maintenance, handyman work or trade background is preferred.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Coordination

OH&S knowledge

Maintenance knowledge

Adaptability

Education

Working With Children Card

Job description

Canterbury Girls Secondary College, located in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, seeks a General Maintenance & Groundskeeper Assistant to support daily upkeep of the school’s facilities and grounds. The role involves routine maintenance tasks, adherence to OH&S guidelines and coordination with the facilities team.

The successful candidate will assist the Facilities Manager, wear a maintenance uniform, and work 7.00am–3.00pm during term time with school holidays paid as per the VGSA.