Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities - Capella State High School

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Capella State High School in a rural setting between Emerald and Clermont invites applicants for a hands-on Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to maintain grounds, facilities and resources to a high standard. You will work with the Principal, Business Manager or delegated to ensure safety, cleanliness and a welcoming environment for students and staff.

You will perform general maintenance, follow set instructions, and have independence for day-to-day services, with supervision for

Qualifications

• Reliable, organised and takes pride in their work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to maintaining a safe, clean and positive environment for students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general school maintenance, grounds and facilities duties, including furniture, equipment and asset management.
• Manage mail, deliveries, stores, stocktakes and school supplies.
• Support school security, including opening/closing buildings and maintaining security systems.
• Maintain grounds, gardens, ovals and sporting facilities, including mowing, watering and general upkeep.
• Coordinate and undertake repairs and maintenance, including buildings, equipment, windows, locks and swimming pools.
• Support the setup and pack-up of events, assemblies, examinations and sporting activities.
• Ensure workplace health and safety requirements are met, including the safe handling and storage of chemicals and equipment.
• Liaise with staff, students, contractors and tradespeople regarding maintenance, repairs and facilities.
• Maintain tools, equipment and machinery and arrange servicing and repairs as required.
• Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Job description

Capella State High School is seeking a motivated, practical and hands‑on Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities to help maintain our school grounds, facilities and resources to a high standard. You will play an important role in keeping our school safe, well‑maintained and welcoming for students, staff and the wider school community. We are looking for someone who is reliable, organised and takes pride in their work, with practical skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. You will have a strong commitment to maintaining a safe, clean and positive environment for our students and staff. If you enjoy practical work, have a strong work ethic and want to contribute to a small rural school with big opportunities, we encourage you to apply.

About Us

Capella State High School is a small rural school with big opportunities, located between Emerald and Clermont and serving the local agricultural and mining communities. We are committed to student engagement, wellbeing and success, with a focus on teamwork, positive attitudes and respect. Our dedicated staff provide a broad range of programs and opportunities, ensuring every student is known, supported and valued, with their individual strengths recognised and developed. Amongst our lovingly manicured gardens are our well‑maintained buildings, modernised and fitted with the technology required to deliver 21 st century education, including Wi‑Fi and Touchboards. Our specialist learning facilities including function centre and manufacturing workshops are industry-standard.

Your Opportunity

As the Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities you will contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the school by providing a high level of grounds and facilities to the Principal, Business Manager or nominated delegate.

You will perform a range of activities to ensure that the school is maintained to a high standard; follow set instructions; and have independence to perform a variety of day‑to‑day services that are routine in nature. However, the role receives regular supervision when undertaking duties that are non‑routine in nature.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general school maintenance, grounds and facilities duties, including furniture, equipment and asset management.
• Manage mail, deliveries, stores, stocktakes and school supplies.
• Support school security, including opening/closing buildings and maintaining security systems.
• Maintain grounds, gardens, ovals and sporting facilities, including mowing, watering and general upkeep.
• Coordinate and undertake repairs and maintenance, including buildings, equipment, windows, locks and swimming pools.
• Support the setup and pack‑up of events, assemblies, examinations and sporting activities.
• Ensure workplace health and safety requirements are met, including the safe handling and storage of chemicals and equipment.
• Liaise with staff, students, contractors and tradespeople regarding maintenance, repairs and facilities.
• Maintain tools, equipment and machinery and arrange servicing and repairs as required.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.

Contact Name: Corey Kempthorne, Principal 0459 373 455

Closing Date: Sunday, 13 September 2026

Occupational group Facilities/Asset Management