Grounds and Maintenance Officer
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
13 September 2026
About Merici College
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
103.2
75.8 teaching · 27.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.1:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
992
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
13%
Girls vs boys
992 girls · boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Salary Range: $84,370 plus superannuation
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable
About Merici College
At Merici College, you’ll join a vibrant community dedicated to supporting your professional growth and building upon your skills and expertise. Our Mission Statement is at the heart of everything we do: we empower women to love life, have hope, be faithful, and build futures that are more wondrous than they dare to dream. As an all-girls school for Years 7 to 12, Merici College proudly offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Years 11 to 12) and the Middle Years Programme (Years 7 to 10). Joining our team means contributing to a culture of excellence where innovative programs and teaching practices inspire students to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually, and socially.
About the Role
The Grounds and Maintenance Officer supports the efficient operation of the school by maintaining buildings, grounds, and facilities to a high standard. This hands‑on role involves general maintenance, groundskeeping, equipment operation, and event support, helping to create a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and the wider school community.
Benefits and Opportunities
- 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
- Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
- Support for professional development and study opportunities
- Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
- Opportunities to transfer to other schoo…