Schools Officer

Are you a hands-on, reliable person who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining facilities, and can work independently with minimal supervision?

We are looking for a motivated Schools Officer, Grounds & Facilities to help keep our school safe, well-presented, and operating efficiently. In this varied role, you'll be responsible for the maintenance and presentation of school grounds, sporting facilities, buildings, equipment, and outdoor spaces.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a diverse role, values independence, and wants to make a meaningful contribution to a well-maintained and welcoming school environment. If you're proactive, practical, and take ownership of your work, we'd love to hear from you.

This position is being offered in a Permanent Part-Time capacity (0.47FTE), 35.6 hours per fortnight.

About us:

Baringa State Primary School opened in 2018, catering for students from Prep to Year 6, is located at the southern end of the Sunshine Coast, Aura - City of Colour, Australia's largest master planned community. Our school is well placed to deliver as a learning hub, as we develop and support a community of learners. Aura is a city that will be a centre for innovative educational excellence for all.

Baringa State Primary School will deliver a world class education, offering extensive opportunities in developing students understandings in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as our point of difference. We are committed to the delivery of the Australian Curriculum through personalised learning for all students within an eLearning context.

Our school will include a robotics laboratory, recording studio and innovation hubs. Our great strength is the partnerships we forge between students, staff, parents and the wider community. These partnerships enable us to build on the strengths of innovation and performance and to live out our values and our commitment to providing a world class education for every student.

About You:

We are seeking someone who:

• May have experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, facilities, property maintenance, or a similar role.
• Is self-motivated and capable of managing their workload with limited supervision.
• Has practical skills in general maintenance, repairs, and the operation of grounds care equipment.
• Takes pride in maintaining safe, clean, and attractive facilities.
• Can identify problems, take initiative, and find practical solutions.
• Has strong communication skills and can work effectively with staff, students, and contractors.
• Understands workplace health and safety requirements and follows safe work practices.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Maintaining lawns, gardens, trees, and landscaped areas.
• Mowing, brush cutting, watering, weeding, and applying fertilisers where required.
• Preparing and maintaining sporting fields, courts, and outdoor recreational areas.
• Performing general repairs and coordinating maintenance works.
• Assisting with school events, furniture moves, and facility set-ups.
• Managing supplies, equipment, and stock.
• Supporting school security, including locking and unlocking facilities.
• Maintaining equipment and ensuring all tools and machinery are safe and serviceable.

Working with another Schools Officer on alternate days, this position is for Mondays and Tuesdays and a shorter roster on Wednesdays.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description 

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.