Utility Officer

St Joseph’s Catholic School Rosebery

St Joseph's is a co-educational Catholic Primary School situated in the picturesque mining town of Rosebery, in the heart of Tasmania's rugged West Coast.

As one of two Catholic schools on the West Coast, St Joseph's serves as a strong Catholic presence in the West Coast Parish, catering to children from Zeehan, Rosebery and Tullah.

Utility Officer

Part-time, Ongoing

0.38 FTE (14.44 hours per week)

Days per week: Negotiable

The Utility Officer is responsible for coordinating and performing general maintenance, groundskeeping, and occasional construction and cleaning tasks to maintain the school’s facilities. The role also involves grounds keeping and occasional bus driving. You will work collaboratively, contributing to a school culture grounded in Catholic values and the mission of Catholic Education Tasmania.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, skilled individual who enjoys a varied workload and thrives in a supportive, community-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general building, grounds, and vehicle maintenance
• Maintain and care for school vehicles, including cleaning and minor servicing
• Set up for events and support emergency drills such as lockdowns and evacuations
• Maintain hand tools, power tools, and manage chemical usage safely
• Ensure grounds and facilities are clean, orderly, and safe
• Contribute to the school’s maintenance and safety planning and documentation
• Actively participate in team collaboration and professional development

About You

You are a reliable and self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You demonstrate integrity, initiative, and a strong commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming school environment. You also bring excellent communication skills and a willingness to support the Catholic ethos of the school.

Essential Requirements:

• Relevant trade or technical qualifications (e.g. Certificate III or equivalent)
• Current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Registration
• Current and satisfactory National Police Check
• Tasmanian driver’s licence (light, medium or heavy rigid), or willingness to obtain
• Accreditation A, or willingness to work towards this

Desirable:

• Manual handling certificate
• Familiarity with school environments or similar settings

Why Work with Us?

• Be part of a vibrant, faith-based school community
• Make a meaningful impact on student wellbeing and learning outcomes
• Opportunities for ongoing professional learning and development
• Work in a role that offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to take initiative

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in accordance with the Tasmanian Catholic Education Single Enterprise Agreement 2024.

CET supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment directed at ensuring their safety and wellbeing.  The successful candidate will require satisfactory registrations relevant to child safety. 

We demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation by encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply

Full details on how to apply can be found in the Application Package. The Application Package can be accessed via the Catholic Education Tasmania careers page.

Applications should be addressed to Tracey Kidd, Principal, and can be submitted via the Catholic Education Tasmania careers page by clicking ‘Apply’.

Applications close: 1pm Friday 28th August 2026   

If you have any further queries regarding your application, please do not hesitate to contact Tracey Kidd via email: tracey.kidd@catholic.tas.edu.au.