Grounds Maintenance Officer

About the Opportunity

• Type: Ongoing Full-time, 5 days a week (76 hours per fortnight)
• Rate: Starting at Level 2 (Unqualified) $31.26 an hour or Level 3 (Qualified) $33.17 per hour
• Prerequisites: Undergo satisfactory completion of a Pre-employment Medical and Clearances

Bede Polding College, South Windsor is seeking a skilled Grounds Maintenance Officer who will be responsible to support the other services of a school, including but not limited to cleaning, building and grounds maintenance. 

We warmly invite applications from those with the experience, skills, or qualifications to make a meaningful contribution to our vibrant school community. In this role, you will play an integral part in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-presented environment for our students and staff. Key Responsibilities include: 

• Carrying out general repair and maintenance tasks

• Supporting gardening and horticultural work, including preparation, planting, and ongoing care of garden areas

• Operating, maintaining, and adjusting turf and grounds machinery under general supervision

• Assisting with the safe application of fertilisers, fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides

• Responding to alarms, following emergency procedures, preparing incident reports, and helping ensure the security of school buildings

• Working alongside qualified tradespersons to support building and furniture maintenance

• Undertaking additional duties as requested by the Principal or Principal’s Delegate, which may include operating the school’s security system at the beginning or end of a shift.

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