Experienced Groundsperson

About Us

Luther College is a faith-based coeducational secondary school located in the Melbourne suburb of Croydon Hills, just minutes from the picturesque Yarra Valley. Set on 30 acres, our lush, beautiful grounds together with an extensive range of modern facilities offers students the ideal place to learn, grow and achieve their personal best.

Driving innovative, contemporary teaching and learning, our college is committed to providing rich, personalised learning experiences that encourage student agency and develop the essential knowledge, skills and attributes young people need to contribute confidently to community.

Luther College is proud to offer a values-based, Lutheran educational service that promotes a culture of inclusivity and equal opportunity.

An Opportunity

Luther College seeks to appoint a talented Groundsperson who will play a critical role in providing assistance with the maintenance of property and building preservation as well as the upkeep of college grounds, particularly gardens, synonymous with the Luther College brand that is highly regarded within the community. This is a fixed term, full-time position, commencing as soon as possible and finishing on Friday 13 December 2024.

The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate experience in facilities management, general maintenance, grounds keeping, contributing to garden maintenance and lawn care using safe work practices.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team, guided by a strong leader in a progressive environment that values service, integrity, community, excellence and creativity.

Hours of work are Monday to Thursday 8.15am – 4.30pm and Friday 8.15am – 4.00pm.

About You

You are an experienced Groundsperson seeking a diverse position within an inclusive and supportive work environment where your horticultural knowledge and general trade qualifications and/or handyperson experience will be championed.

A team player with an enthusiastic attitude and a flexible working approach, you will need to have a passion to learn and expand your skills every day. You are also adept at working to deadlines whilst managing competing demands. You are aware of your impact on all community members and intuitively adjust your style to meet cultural and stakeholder needs.

You will have a keen eye for the finer details, and a desire to learn through hands on experience in the role. Experience working in an educational setting is highly desirable, but not essential.

Benefits You Can Expect

Our people are the backbone of our enviable community and culture, and together produce high quality teaching and learning experiences for our students. We offer a range of general and role specific benefits in recognition of the ongoing valuable contributions our staff make. Examples include:

• 4 weeks annual leave
• 15 days personal carer’s leave per year
• Genuine opportunities for growth and development through mentoring and professional development

The Application Process

Please apply via the college employment webpage, addressing your application to the Principal, including the following information:

• A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (please refer to the Position Description)
• Resume
• References
• Evidence of a current employer Working with Children Check (WWCC), which will need to be transferred to Luther College if successfully appointed
• Evidence of a current, satisfactory national police check (within 12 months of issue)
• Evidence of your right to work in Australia (copy of your passport or birth certificate)

Applications close: Thursday 11 April 2024.

For recruitment and role enquiries, please contact our People and Development office on 9724 2006.

The college reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding.

Applicants must be willing to support the college’s approach to excellence in Christian co-education.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

All students who attend Luther College have a right to feel and to be safe. The wellbeing and safety of all students in our care is our first priority and we have zero tolerance to child abuse. The college has a commitment to child safety and all staff will be responsible for understanding, applying and promoting the college’s commitment to child safety, and it’s related policies and procedures.

Luther College requires all applicants to undergo a screening process prior to appointment and comply with the college’s Child Protection Program as a prerequisite condition of employment.

Visit our website for more information and for a copy of our Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safe Program – Child Safety Adult Code of Conduct (www.luther.vic.edu.au).