Utility Officer

Catholic; Riverside; Hybrid; AUD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

St Anthony’s Catholic School in Riverside, Tasmania, is seeking a dedicated Utility Officer to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment that supports high-quality learning for students. This ongoing part-time role (0.44 FTE) covers grounds, maintenance and cleaning tasks, with hours 8:00am–3:30pm Wed and Thu, plus another day to be negotiated.

The successful candidate will bring practical maintenance experience and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Practical maintenance or trade experience.
• Strong problem-solving and initiative.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe school environment.
• Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
• National Police Criminal History Check – current less than 6 months old, or willing to obtain
• Basic first aid (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience in school or facility maintenance environments.
• Experience with groundskeeping equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs and upkeep of buildings and equipment.
• Conduct regular safety checks and report hazards promptly.
• Assist with minor carpentry, painting, plumbing and general repairs.
• Support contractors on site and coordinate access as required.
• Maintain gardens, lawns, outdoor play areas and pathways.
• Operate mowers, blowers and other grounds equipment safely.
• Ensure the school grounds remain tidy, safe and welcoming.
• Assist with waste management and recycling processes.
• Provide cleaning support during busy periods or special events.
• Set up and pack down furniture for assemblies, meetings and activities.
• Assist with deliveries, storage, movement of equipment and supplies.
• Respond to urgent maintenance or safety issues promptly.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Problem-solving

Independent work

Communication

Safety focus

Education

Work with Vulnerable People registration

First aid certification

Tools

Grounds equipment

Job description

Job no: 493313
Work type: Ongoing part time
Location: St Anthony’s Catholic School - Riverside
Categories: Utility employee

Utility Officer

St Anthony’s Catholic School, Riverside

Part Time | Ongoing 0.44 FTE

Hours: 8:00am–3:30pm Wednesday & Thursday
- plus another day to be negotiated

Classification: Utility Officer, Level 2

(based on experience and qualifications)

St Anthony’s Catholic School is seeking a motivated, reliable and community‑minded Utility Officer to join our dedicated team. This part‑time ongoing position plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment that supports high‑quality learning for all students.

Why Work at St Anthony’s Catholic School?

St Anthony’s is a warm, family‑friendly community where students are encouraged to reach their full potential in a supportive and stimulating environment. Our staff are highly professional, deeply committed, and united by a shared focus on student wellbeing and learning.

Set on 10 acres of lush green fields overlooking the kanamaluka/Tamar River, the school offers modern facilities, generous learning spaces, and expansive grounds that cater to a wide range of student interests. St Anthony’s is recognised for its strong family‑community spirit and innovative, rigorous learning programs that prepare students for lifelong learning.

About the Role

The Utility Officer is responsible for general and routine grounds, maintenance and cleaning tasks that ensure a clean, orderly, safe and instructionally supportive school environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs and upkeep of buildings and equipment.
• Conduct regular safety checks and report hazards promptly.
• Assist with minor carpentry, painting, plumbing and general repairs.
• Support contractors on site and coordinate access as required.
• Maintain gardens, lawns, outdoor play areas and pathways.
• Operate mowers, blowers and other grounds equipment safely.
• Ensure the school grounds remain tidy, safe and welcoming.
• Assist with waste management and recycling processes.
• Provide cleaning support during busy periods or special events.
• Set up and pack down furniture for assemblies, meetings and activities.
• Assist with deliveries, storage, movement of equipment and supplies.
• Respond to urgent maintenance or safety issues promptly.

About You

You will demonstrate:

• Practical maintenance or trade experience.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and initiative.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe school environment.
• Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
• National Police Criminal History Check
  – current less than 6 months old, or willing to obtain
• Basic first aid (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience in school or facility maintenance environments.
• Experience with groundskeeping equipment.

Applications close: Wednesday 11th November at 1pm

Advertised: 28 Oct 2026 Tasmania Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Nov 2026 Tasmania Daylight Time

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Acknowledgement of Country

Catholic Education Tasmania acknowledges and deeply respects the Palawa people, the Tasmanian Aboriginal Community, and all Elders past and present.

We are committed to learning alongside our students and community in this place, lutruwita, and support the continued sharing of knowledge and Culture.