Schools Officer (Grounds And Facilities) - Moranbah State High School, Education

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

This is a hands-on position requiring someone who can manage routine tasks independently, identifying emerging maintenance and safety issues, communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of the broader school team.

Basic computer skills are important as the role includes the ability to maintain accurate school registers and use of computer programs and IPAD's for established processes.

Key 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 of facilities for sporting activities
• Monitoring of irrigation systems and identifying faults or maintenance requirements
• Checking school grounds each morning for hazards, rubbish, wildlife activity, damage or other issues requiring attention
• Clearing drains and gutters and ensuring outdoor areas remain safe and functional
• Monitoring fences, gates, locks, windows, lighting and other facilities and repairing or arranging external maintenance if required
• Completing minor maintenance and repairs that are within the scope of the role
• Setting up and packing down furniture, seating and equipment for school activities, assemblies, exams and events
• Assisting with the movement of furniture, equipment and deliveries throughout the school.
• Maintaining accurate records and registers relating to facilities, equipment and maintenance, including SOPS and maintenance registers
• Working through allocated facilities requests and providing updates on progress or completion of jobs
• Completing school improvement and grounds enhancement projects
• Undertaking other reasonable grounds and facilities duties as directed by the Business Manager

Please view 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.

Schools Officer (Grounds and Facilities) - Moranbah State High School, Education Mackay, Australia