Grounds and Maintenance Person (Grounds and Maintenance)

Job Details

Position Type

Operations

School Type

Primary

Employment Type

Part time, Temporary

Subject Area

General Teaching

Posted Date

February 27, 2026 (3 days ago)

Closing Date

March 11, 2026

Description

Position Details

Maintenance and Groundsperson


This is a part-time, temporary position (six months) with the possibility of becoming ongoing as a Maintenance and Groundsperson commencing, 16 March 2026.

Emmaus Catholic Primary School is a co-educational Catholic school in Dayton, in the heart of the Swan Valley catering for 3K to Year 6 students.  The school opened in January 2023, and we currently have a student population of 335.  We are excited to welcome families of all cultures who seek a Catholic education for their child/children. Our school focuses on providing a quality Catholic education and personal success for all students.

Our school is a place for learning, connecting, developing, transforming and journeying together so each student reaches their God given potential.  Together in close partnership with parents, we will deliver a Christ Centered and Child Focused education of the highest quality.

Selection Criteria

•    Carry out work to maintain the grounds and maintenance requirements to ensure the smooth operation of the school.
•    Inspect school grounds, buildings, and facilities to maintain safety, functionality, and visual appeal. 
•    Respond to maintenance requests and manage a ticketing system for timely completion of tasks. 
•    Monitor water usage and reticulation systems, performing repairs as needed.
•    Liaise with contractors and suppliers to ensure quality work and timely delivery of goods and services. 
•    Support school logistics, including event setups, furniture moves, and deliveries. 
•    Understands tools, machinery and safety, and comply with WH&S protocols when using machinery equipment.
•    Communicate regularly with the Principal, Assistant Principals and Finance Officer regarding budgets, priorities, and infrastructure planning.
•    Must be physically fit and mobile and have good observation skills.
•    Work alongside the school's sustainability teacher.
•    Successful candidate will need to be flexible and able to work flexible hours at the Principal’s discretion.
•    Hold a current WA Drivers’ Licence.
•    Able to work autonomously and have sound problem solving skills.

Qualifications Required


REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE
•    To be fully supportive of the objectives and ethos of Catholic Education in the performance of their duties.
•    To be working towards or have completed Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School.
•    Hold a Working with Children Card and 100pt NCCH.

Application Details

Delivery of application documentation by close of business at 4pm on Wednesday 11 March 2026.
Email: admin@emmaus.wa.edu.au
Subject box title: MAINTENANCE AND GROUNDSPERSON APPLICATION 2026

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