Groundsperson (Grounds and Maintenance)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
4 May 2026
Posted 30 Apr 2026
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587
Total students
54%
Boys
46%
Girls
29.2
Teaching FTE
16.2
Non-teaching FTE
1,108
ICSEA value
86th percentile · Higher SES
9%
EAL/D Background
1%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Groundsperson
Our Lady of Grace Primary School is a three stream co-educational school catering for approximately 700 students from Early Learning (Pre-kindy) to Year Six. We continue to strive to better serve our students and provide quality grounds and spaces for students to enjoy. The Groundsperson plays a key role in ensuring our school’s grounds and facilities are safe, functional, and visually appealing. They work collaboratively with the staff to carry out their duties under the direction of the Principal. This position may be negotiable to part-time for the suitable candidate.
The successful applicant would:
• Be supportive of the mission and values of Catholic education ensuring that the wellbeing of all students is a priority in every task undertaken• Have demonstrated experience in grounds or property maintenance
• Possess basic trade or handyperson skills and experience in the operation of garden and grounds machinery and tools.
• Show initiative, be able to work independently and manage time effectively
• Have good physical fitness with the ability to undertake manual labour
• Display strong communication skills to coordinate and oversee trade work
• Demonstrate flexibility, reliability and initiative in responding to the changing school needs
• Promote positive workplace behaviour and maintain a clean, safe, and well-presented school environment by following all safe work practices under WHS requirements.
Qualifications Required:
Certificate III in Horticulture (or equivalent industry experience)
• Current Driver's licence
• White …
Certificate III in Horticulture (or equivalent industry experience)
• Current Driver's licence
• White …