Facilities Maintenance Officer

Established in 1879, St Aloysius' College is a Catholic, Jesuit day school for boys from Year 3 to Year 12. Situated in the shadow of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, it has an enrolment of over 1200 students. 

The College is conducted by the Society of Jesus and is part of a worldwide network of Jesuit primary and secondary schools and universities.

About the role

Facilities Maintenance Officer

St Aloysius’ College is seeking to appoint a motivated and suitably experienced Maintenance Officer to join the Facilities Department to assist with a diverse range of maintenance and operational duties at the College.

The successful candidate would demonstrate a willingness to work in a fast-paced environment, whilst undertaking routine general maintenance tasks associated with the College and its facilities. You will provide operational support for events, as well as general upkeep of the College grounds. This role represents a great opportunity for someone with a trade qualification, or extensive experience as a handyperson, seeking to work in the education sector.

This hands-on role is full-time ongoing and will report to the Facilities Manager. The successful candidate will be proactive and deliver timely service with strong problem solving and communication skills. The College is seeking an immediate start, though is willing to negotiate a commencement date with the successful candidate. 

We Offer

At St Aloysius' we are a proud community with strong Ignatian traditions, committed to fostering an authentic sense of team, developing career pathways and offering a workplace culture, benefits and opportunities reflective of a contemporary work environment. 

The College offers staff:

• Professional growth and career development opportunities through tailored programs for teaching, support and operational staff
• Competitive remuneration, paying above MEA rates
• Brand new learning and office facilities
• Tertiary study and research grants
• Student tuition fee discounts
• Salary sacrifice options
• Staff Wellbeing Program, inclusive of vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program and in-house counselling services
• Access to aquatic and fitness centre facilities

About You

To be considered for this position, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate:

• Commitment to the mission of Catholic education of boys in the Jesuit tradition; 
• Relevant industry qualification and/or industry experience;
• Demonstrated extensive hands-on experience in general building maintenance - preferably within a school environment;
• Possess a current driver's license (minimum C class) endorsed to drive manual vehicles;
• Prior knowledge of tools and general handyman skills is a must;
• Ability to multitask with minimal supervision;
• Work collaboratively with various stakeholders to fulfill department goals;
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and be responsive;
• Ability to maintain high performance and customer service expectations while staying calm under pressure;
• Possess good communication skills (both oral and written);
• Possess basic skills in computer literacy;
• Demonstrated a commitment to ensuring a safe work environment;
• Strongly committed to child safeguarding principles;
• Possess a valid Working with Children Check.

How to Apply

For more information about the College, this opportunity, selection criteria and the application process please visit the College website:

https://www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au/about-us/employment/current-opportunities 

Only applications received via ***********@staloysius.nsw.edu.au will be considered, and St Aloysius’ College reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

St Aloysius’ College is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Closing date: 12.00pm, Wednesday, 6 March 2024.

www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au