Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities - North Lakes State College

Queensland Department of Education; North Lakes; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Department of Education - North Lakes QLD invites applications for a Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities at North Lakes State College. You will help keep grounds, facilities and infrastructure safe and well maintained to support daily school life.

Responsibilities include mowing, gardening, minor repairs, event setup, security, WHS compliance and coordination with staff and tradespeople. Experience in groundskeeping and a proactive approach are valued.

Qualifications

• Grounds maintenance duties including mowing lawns, oval and garden upkeep.
• Maintenance of tools, machinery and groundskeeping equipment.
• Basic school maintenance such as minor repairs and painting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds and facilities to support student activities.
• Set up for assemblies and school events.
• Operate security systems and control access to buildings.
• Coordinate with management, staff and tradespeople.
• Ensure WHS procedures are followed and hazards reported.
• Keep records of supplies and maintenance tasks.

Job description

Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities - North Lakes State College

Queensland Department of Education - North Lakes QLD

Established in 2002, our College has grown alongside the vibrant North Lakes community, evolving from a small Prep-Year 3 campus into a thriving, dual-campus institution serving over 2,400 students from Prep to Year 12.

As a unique educational College, we offer many different areas of expertise including an industry standard commercial kitchen for hospitality studies, state of the art VI experience, as well as sharing our exceptional sporting facilities with the public.

The College has established a well-planned and sequenced curriculum program that is supported by a large selection of extra-curricular activities which assist students to explore their talents, interests and abilities.

The vision of North Lakes State College is to inspire our students to reach for the dreams and succeed now and into the future.

Your opportunity:

You will be responsible for a range of day to day activities that may include;

• Grounds maintenance: Mow lawns, maintain ovals, gardens, trees and sporting facilities.
• Equipment maintenance: Maintain tools, machinery and groundskeeping equipment; arrange servicing and repairs.
• School maintenance: Complete minor repairs, painting and general upkeep of buildings, furniture and facilities.
• Event setup: Prepare assemblies, sports carnivals, examinations and school functions.
• Furniture and stores: Move furniture, organise supplies, maintain stock and update records.
• Security: Operate security systems and lock and unlock buildings.
• Cleaning and waste: Clear drains and gutters, collect rubbish and maintain clean grounds.
• WHS compliance: Follow safety procedures, handle chemicals and fuel safely, and report hazards.
• Communication: Liaise with school management, staff, tradespeople and students regarding maintenance and repairs.
• General duties: Assist with grounds improvements and other school maintenance tasks 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.