Facilities Assistant

Job No: MARASH2097
Location: Ashgrove

Marist College Ashgrove is a Catholic day and boarding school for boys in Years 5-12, situated in Brisbane's inner Northern suburbs. Inspired by the work of St Marcellin Champagnat, we pride ourselves on delivering excellent academic and career pathway results for our inclusive community of students.

The college has a vacancy for a Facilities Assistant. This is a part-time position, for 20 Hours per week, Monday to Friday. The hourly rate is $34.17 per hour.   

The primary function of this role is to assist in the maintenance of the College Pool Complex both inside the complex and the surrounding carpark and gardens.  There is a range of roles and tasks required to maintain the pool complex to a high standard ensuring that it is a safe, clean and welcoming area for both College and external events.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to: 

  • Maintain and service tools and equipment regularly stored within the Pool Complex
  • Check pool plant operation for correct operation during occupancy times. Be familiar with the building control system for plant control and diagnosing problems
  • Assisting specialist contractors for access and co-ordination of repairs

Essential Criteria

The ideal applicant will have:

  • Demonstrated capacity to work well in a team and unsupervised
  • Fit and able to carry out physically demanding work
  • Knowledge in the Pool Plant Operation is advantageous
  • Similar background work history preferred
  • Commitment to the Catholic and Marist ethos of the College
  • Working with children check (Blue Card) or the ability to obtain one

Applicants should address the criteria above in their application.

How to Apply

Your application needs to include the following:

  • Cover letter outlining why you are applying for the position
  • Resume including two referees
  • A completed application form which is available from the College website and the link below

The Recruitment Process

Applications for this position close on Friday 30 January 2026.

All candidates will be required to provide a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process.

All applicants will receive an email confirmation of receipt of their application - please check your junk folder if you are unable to find this email.

Marist College Ashgrove is a non-smoking workplace.

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Download the MCA Application form here.

Download the Position Description here. 

Enquiries only (please do not email your application) should be addressed to:

Staff Services

Marist College Ashgrove

Ph 3858 4534

hr@marash.qld.edu.au

Please note that applications from agencies will not be considered at this time.

 

All children and young people who come to Marist College Ashgrove have a right to feel and be safe. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We are committed to providing a child safe and child friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe, and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives. We have a zero tolerance for child abuse and other harm and are committed to acting in students’ best interests and keeping them safe from harm. The College regards its child safeguarding responsibilities with the utmost importance and is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintaining a child safe culture.

 

 

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About Marist College Ashgrove

Founded in 1940, Marist College Ashgrove is an independent Catholic boarding and day primary and secondary school for boys, governed by Marist Schools Australia. Our enrolment is approximately 1,690 boys from Years 5 to 12. Our current staff of over 250, in various roles are highly valued and respected for the gifts and talents they bring to our community. Staff are offered many opportunities for professional learning and career development and are well supported when acquiring new skills. We welcome applications from forward-thinking, dynamic individuals who excel in a contemporary environment. We are as committed to our values as we are to innovation. With a rigorous curriculum and high standards, employees must uphold the values of the college in every life context and be exemplary team players.