Facilities Officer - Star Of The Sea Catholic Primary School

Status: Casual
Hours: As required
Hourly Rate: $28.09 - $29.05 (pending experience)

Star of the Sea operates as a two-stream school. Its distinct Catholic ethos has a particular focus on Gospel values, the teachings of Jesus, and Mary as a guide and role model. At Star of the Sea, we understand your child is an individual and as such, has their own particular needs, interests and characteristics. We believe in supporting and nurturing your child to develop as an individual and as a member of our school and wider community. We firmly believe the primary educators of children are the parents and that a mutually supportive partnership between parents and teachers is crucial to the successful education and happiness of children.

About the role
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic persons for the casual position of facilities officer.

The successful applicant will contribute to the effective and efficient operation and environment of the school by providing a high level of maintenance and development of the school grounds. You will have appropriate experience, good time management skills and an understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of Catholic education.

Typical Duties include but are not limited to;

Practice confidentiality in relation to all aspects of the role

Mowing, trimming and fertilising lawns and turf areas.
Repairing and maintaining irrigation systems.
Weeding, planting and fertilising gardens.
Maintaining grounds equipment.
Checking and adjusting security lighting.
Assisting with minor building maintenance as directed.
Carry out minor repairs to school property and equipment including:
Replacing tap washers
Repairing leaking toilets
Repairing windows
Painting blackboards
Repairing desks and chairs
Basic painting as directed
Assist with marking sporting fields and grounds.
Assist with the setup and dismantling of tents and equipment related to school functions.
Assess equipment to determine if minor repairs are required.

Mandatory Criteria

A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
Current Driver’s Licence
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.

For more information, please view the Position Description .

How to Apply

Complete the application form below
Upload a cover letter addressing the skills, attributes and experience to support the key characteristics of the role identified in the position description
Upload a current resume including contact details (phone and email) of (3) three professional referees
Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools

Further information

For a confidential conversation please contact Jennett O'Mullane (Principal, Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School, Gladstone) on 4994 8300.
For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services Employment@rok.catholic.edu.au

Applications close: Friday, 24 March 2023.

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer.

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