Grounds and Maintenance Officer

James Sheahan Catholic High School Orange
Permanent Part Time Position 45hrs per fortnight
Commencing: 23 June 2026
From: $31.26 - $36.73 (depending on qualifications & experience)

Applications are now open for a motivated self-starter to join the team atJames Sheahan Catholic High School Orange as the new Grounds and Maintenance Officer.

A copy of the position description can be found here.

About you
The new Grounds and Maintenance Officer will:

• Be able to work without supervision and to a deadline
• Comply with WHS regulations
• Excellent manual and equipment / tool operational and maintenance experience
• Experience in building and ground maintenance
• Experience in livestock and running a farm an advantage
• Good team communication and interpersonal skills
• Have a current WWCC and a current drivers licence (LR/MR/HR licence would be an advantage)
• Heavy lifting essential; lift and move furniture equipment and supplies (this is on occasion and sometimes required to be done up and down stairs)
• Highly organised with attention to detail (cleanliness of workplace / surroundings)
• Keen interest in gardening and grounds
• Willingness to support and provide assistance where necessary

What We offer

• Flexibility in working hours
• Wages based on qualifications
• Diocesan-wide supportive and collaborative culture
• A great opportunity to keep your hands busy while having time in the day for personal errands
• A way to be part of shaping our students lives in safe environment

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About Us
Responsible for 33 schools approximately 9600 students and 1700 staff Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains Warrumbungle Ranges the Pilliga Macquarie River Lachlan River Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103680 square kilometres comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri Gamilaraay/Gomeroi and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

Established in 1976 James Sheahan Catholic High School is named for James Sheahan an influential Catholic priest who played a significant role in the development of Catholic education in the region.

At James Sheahan Catholic High School we believe in holistic education. Alongside academics we encourage students to participate in extracurricular activities such as sports performing arts public speaking and community service. Our aim is to create a nurturing environment where students feel valued respected and safe. We actively engage with the local community and promote social responsibility through community service programs.

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How to Apply
If you think this role sounds like you we would love to hear from you! Click Apply to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the About You section of this advertisement
• Contact details of appropriate referees
• All supporting documentation (statements of service transcripts identification WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 04 June 2026.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting Mrs Linda Chaim Executive Assistant at

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.