Schools Officer

Join Shailer Park State High School as a Schools Officer, Facilities, and play a vital role in maintaining a high-quality learning environment.

Contribute to the efficient operation of the school by providing exceptional facilities care and support.

Job details

About the School

Shailer Park State High School is committed to Excellence in Learning and Life, fostering a supportive and high-performance environment where every student is empowered to succeed. With a diverse range of programs, including academic excellence, STEM initiatives, elite sports, and performing arts, the school provides opportunities for all students to thrive. Guided by the High Reliability Schools Framework, Shailer Park prioritises culture, classrooms, and curriculum to create a safe, collaborative, and inclusive community. Explore more about the school's innovative approach to education and its strong community connections.

About the Role

As the Schools Officer, Facilities, you will play a key role in ensuring the school operates efficiently and is maintained to a high standard. Reporting to the Principal or Business Manager, you will provide facilities care and support across a variety of day-to-day activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing general maintenance and repairs of school facilities and equipment.
• Supporting event preparation, including setting up classrooms and activity spaces.
• Maintaining a safe and clean environment, including waste collection and basic cleaning duties.
• Assisting with security duties, including locking/unlocking buildings and maintaining security systems.
• Ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety requirements and liaising with staff and external contractors as needed.

This role would suit a proactive and reliable individual who enjoys hands-on work and contributing to a positive school environment.

About You

The following traits would be beneficial:

• Experience in facilities maintenance or a similar role.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow set instructions.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety practices.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with staff, students, and contractors.

Why Join Us

At Shailer Park State High School, you will be part of a vibrant and supportive community dedicated to fostering excellence in education and personal growth. You will have the opportunity to contribute to a positive and inclusive environment, supporting students and staff to achieve their best. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our students and the broader school community.

Interested? To Apply:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER679062_26T - Role Description (PDF, 353KB)
  Role Description