Facilities Officer (Groundsperson) - St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
Facilities Officer (Groundsperson) - St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School
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Job Description
Position: Facilities Officer (Groundsperson)
Commencement Date: As soon as possible
Employment Status: TermTime
Hours per week: 38
Hourly rate: $32.53 $33.22
Applications Close: Friday 6 June 2025
About us
Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.
Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students ensuring they are wellequipped for success.
Your Role
An exciting opportunity exists to join the team at St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School Mackay in the position ofFacilities Officer (Groundsperson). This is a termtime continuing position for 38hpw commencing as soon as able or as negotiated with the successful applicant.
We are seeking applicants who will contribute to the effective and efficient operation and environment of the schoolthrough a high level of personal motivation and initiative in the ongoing maintenance beautification and development of the schools facilities and grounds.
Reporting to the Principal this role performs daily grounds and maintenance tasks including minor repairs and maintenance of school building and surrounds gardening and grounds beautification and various other tasks as required.
Typical duties include but are not limited:
- Securing grounds and equipment keeping our school safe
- Mowing trimming and fertilising lawns and turf areas
- Repairing and maintaining irrigation systems
- Weeding planting and fertilising gardens
- Outdoor cleaning and use of highpressure water cleaner
- Identify and assist with minor building maintenance e.g. touch up painting and other minor repairs.
- Assembling moving and relocating furniture
- Assisting with the setup of spaces for school events
- Gardening and general caretaking of school buildings and gardens
- Working with other grounds staff as required
- Rubbish and waste management
- Working with contractors to oversee major repairs and maintenance
About you
The successful applicant will have relevant experience and an understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of Catholic Education. In addition you will have excellent time management skills and well developed interpersonal skills.
What we offer
- Competitive salary range
- Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
- Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
- Induction professional development and learning opportunities
- Modern facilities and resources
Mandatory Requirements
- A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
- Australian work rights
How to Apply
Please review ourHow To Apply Online Guide
- Complete theapplication below
- Applicants must read understand and accept as an explicit term of contract the requirements of theStatement of Principlesfor employment inCatholic Schools
- Upload acurrent resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) ofthree (3) professional referees
- Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc .docx) PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg .jpeg .png) file formats.
Further information
- For a confidential conversation please contact Olivia Rostriolla Principal St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary School Mackay on.
- For further information regarding the remuneration package please contact Employee Support Services
- Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications Close: Friday 6 June 2025.
Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
