Facilities Officer

Victorian Catholic Education Authority Limited; Iona (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Facilities Officer who embodies care, safety, excellence, and pride. This hands-on role involves maintaining school buildings and grounds, ensuring safe and clean environments for students and staff. You'll tackle maintenance tasks, manage landscaping, and support community events. Join a vibrant team that values innovation and professional development, while enjoying a range of employee benefits, including generous leave entitlements and access to training opportunities. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a supportive educational community.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Fully subsidized access to learning portal

Access to training opportunities

Funded membership to associations

11.5% Superannuation

Employee Assistance Program

Annual Leave Loading

Paid Parental Leave

Salary Packaging

Generous leave entitlements

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance and gardening/groundskeeping.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Fixing and maintaining school buildings and grounds.
• Conducting inspections and proactive maintenance.

Skills

Building maintenance

Gardening

Plumbing

Time management

Communication skills

Safety practices

Education

Cert II or III in building maintenance or horticulture

AQF II Chemical Safety Certificate

Tools

Ride-on mowers

Trimmers

Blowers

Job description

At St Francis Xavier College, our learning spaces should reflect the values we live by care, safety, excellence, and pride.

We’re seeking a skilled and reliable Facilities Officer who can bring those values to life across our school grounds and buildings to join our College on a full-time, ongoing contract.

This is a hands-on role that balances maintenance work and gardening/groundskeeping, supporting our students and staff with spaces that are safe, clean, and ready for learning and community connection.

The days and hours of work are Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Fixing and maintaining school buildings—doors, locks, windows, plastering, painting, and more
• Tackling basic plumbing, tiling, and concreting repairs
• Responding to facilities requests through our internal helpdesk system
• Conducting inspections and proactive maintenance to prevent issues before they arise
• Maintaining lawns, garden beds, and landscaped areas across our campuses
• Using ride-on mowers, trimmers, blowers, and other machinery to keep everything looking its best
• Seasonal planting, pruning, mulching, fertilising, and weed/pest management
• Assisting with irrigation and supporting the natural environment of our school
• Helping set up and pack down for school events, sports days, and community activities
• Supporting safe access and movement around the school during works or events
• Working as part of a Facilities team committed to reliability, flexibility, and teamwork

The sucessful candidate will have the following experience, skills and attributes:

• Relevant qualifications in building maintenance, horticulture, or a trade (e.g. Cert II or III)
• Experience in both general maintenance and gardening/groundskeeping
• A current AQF II Chemical Safety Certificate (or willingness to obtain – desirable)
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work independently when needed
• Reliable, punctual, and proactive with great time management
• Confident using tools, machinery, and digital maintenance systems
• Clear communication skills for working with staff, students, and contractors
• Knowledge of OH&S practices and a strong safety mindset
• A high attention to detail and pride in producing quality work

Why work at St Francis Xavier College?

Work in an inclusive community that values innovation, professional development and staff wellbeing with employee benefits that include:

• Free onsite parking
• Fully subsided access to EC by Go1 Learning Portal, providing access to the most comprehensive learning and development library
• Access to internal and external training opportunities
• Funded membership to professional or industry associations
• 11.5% Superannuation
• Fully subsidised Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families
• Annual Leave Loading and Position Allowance payments in December each year
• 16 weeks of paid Parental Leave and four weeks paid Partner Leave
• Salary Packaging through Maxxia
• Generous leave entitlements, including a paid flexible leave day per school year
• All buildings are equipped with heating and cooling
• Onsite canteens and vending machines for staff use at all campuses
• Social and wellbeing events are organised throughout the year, including wellbeing weeks, staff drinks, weekly morning teas

About St Francis Xavier College
St Francis Xavier College is a Catholic college with three campuses, offering numerous teaching and leadership opportunities.

The Campuses are easily accessed via several major freeways – only 20 minutes from Springvale Road on the M1.

We invest in high-quality people and facilities, operating through a team-based culture to encourage positive relationships between students and staff, and consistently express a rigorous expectation of personal excellence.

The College serves families from the parishes of Berwick, Koo Wee Rup, Maryknoll/Iona, Narre Warren and Pakenham under the governance of Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited (DOSCEL).

Staff are employed under the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022.

This position is classified as an Education Support Employee Category A, Level 2.

Application close on Monday, 19 May 2025 at 5:00pm

The successful applicant will also be required to undergo a Working with Children Check and National Police Check prior to commencement.

The St Francis Xavier College community is committed to the safety, wellbeing, protection and inclusion of all children in our care.