Gardener - Handyperson

This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

Poseidon Primary School (PS) is situated in the northern suburbs of Heathridge. The school was officially opened in February 1986. When you step through the front door of Poseidon PS and you can feel the sense of belonging, the sense of family. Described as 'a city school with a country feel', Poseidon PS is an innovative school with a harmonious, caring environment built on strong relationships. Our size means we offer a diverse range of programs but can also really get to know our students and our families.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.poseidon.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. Compliance wit…