Gardener - Handyperson

This is a 6 month fixed term, part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

At Jarrahdale Primary School, we are committed to empowering students to become successful, lifelong learners who reach their full potential. Our core values of respect, responsibility, kindness and strive for success are central to everything we do, fostering a learning environment that promotes resilience, optimism, confidence and self-efficacy. As an Independent Public School, we maintain high standards for both staff and students, and our beautiful learning environment fosters a strong sense of pride and commitment.

Find out more about our school by visiting jarrahdaleps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

The Gardener - Handyperson is responsible for maintaining the school grounds in a safe and tidy condition, ensuring a conducive external learning environment for students and staff. This includes overseeing the upkeep of turf areas, garden beds, shrubs, trees, and various soft landscapes. Additionally, the role involves maintaining hard landscaping features like courts and paving, marking sports areas, and conducting minor repairs in alignment with departmental policies. The Gardener - Handyperson is also tasked with keeping gardening facilities, equipment, tools, and machinery in a clean and serviceable condition, reporting faults promptly, and adhering to safe work practices.

Collaborating with the Manager of Corporate Services, the role contributes to the development of safe work procedures and conducts risk assessments as needed. Com…