Facilities Officer (Groundsperson) - St Francis Catholic Primary School
Job No:
CER1322
Location:
Tannum Sands
Position: Facilities Officer (Groundsperson)
Commencement Date: As soon as possible
Employment Status: Term-Time
Hours per week: 27
Hourly rate: $31.26 - $32.26
Applications Close: Friday, 16 May 2025
About us
Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.
Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.
Your Role
An exciting opportunity exists to join the team at St Francis Catholic Primary School, Tannum Sands, in the position of Facilities Officer (Groundsperson). This is a term-time continuing position for 27hpw, commencing as soon as able or as negotiated with the successful applicant.
We are seeking applicants who will contribute to the effective and efficient operation and environment of the school through a high level of personal motivation and initiative in the ongoing maintenance, beautification, and development of the school’s facilities and grounds.
Reporting to the Principal, this role performs daily grounds and maintenance tasks including minor repairs and maintenance of school building and surrounds, gardening and grounds beautification and various other tasks as required.
Typical duties include but are not limited:-
- Securing grounds and equipment – keeping our school safe
- Mowing, trimming and fertilising lawns and turf areas
- Repairing and maintaining irrigation systems
- Weeding, planting and fertilising gardens
- Outdoor cleaning and use of high-pressure water cleaner
- Identify and assist with minor building maintenance – e.g., touch up painting and other minor repairs.
- Assembling, moving, and relocating furniture
- Assisting with the set-up of spaces for school events
- Gardening and general caretaking of school buildings and gardens
- Working with other grounds staff, as required
- Rubbish and waste management
- Working with, contractors to oversee major repairs and maintenance
About you
The successful applicant will have relevant experience and an understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic Education. In addition, you will have excellent time management skills and well developed interpersonal skills.
What we offer
- Competitive salary range
- Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
- Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
- Modern facilities and resources
Mandatory Requirements
- A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
- Australian work rights
How to Apply
Please review our How To Apply Online Guide
- Complete the application below
- Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools
- Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees
- Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.
Further information
- For a confidential conversation please contact Samantha Suthers, Principal, St Francis Catholic Primary School, Tannum Sands, on 07 4994 8320.
- For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services Employment@rok.catholic.edu.au
- Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications Close: Friday, 16 May 2025.
Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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