Utility Officer

Catholic Education Tasmania; Riverside; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

St Anthony’s Catholic School in Riverside, TAS is seeking a motivated Utility Officer (Part Time, 0.44 FTE) to join our school community. You will perform general grounds, maintenance and cleaning tasks to keep a safe, welcoming learning environment for students.

The role requires practical maintenance experience, a can-do attitude and the ability to work independently with strong attention to safety. Registration to Work with Vulnerable People, a current driver licence and a willingness to

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Tools

Grounds equipment

Job description

St Anthony's Catholic School

RIVERSIDE, TAS

Gardeners / Maintenance

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.44 FTE)

Applications Close: 11 November 2026

Undertake general grounds and maintenance work to ensure a clean, safe and instructionally supportive school environment that enables student learning outcomes.

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

Remuneration: $57,967 - $62,295 (Pro Rata) plus 12% superannuation

(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.

Essential Requirements

• Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
• National Police Criminal History Check – current less than 6 months old, or willing to obtain
• Current driver licence.
• Basic first aid (or willingness to obtain).

Desirable

• Experience in school or facility maintenance environments.
• Experience with groundskeeping equipment.

Applications should be addressed to Teresa McLeod and submitted via the Catholic Education Tasmania careers page.

For enquiries, please contact Teresa McLeod, Principal at [e-mail]

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