Downlands College is currently seeking an experienced or suitably qualified employee to join our Grounds and Maintenance team for a short-term contract.
This is a full-time position (38 hours per week) commencing 2 April and concluding 09 September 2024, or as otherwise negotiated. Note, there may be some flexibility in hours/days worked for the successful candidate.
The successful applicant will be responsible to the Property Services Manager and undertake a range of tasks including but not limited to:
- Maintenance of College facilities and buildings
- Maintenance of College plant and equipment
- General labour as required
Essential skills/qualifications for this role include the capacity to:
- Operate and maintain machinery
- Perform general labour tasks, which may include lifting/moving and working at heights
- Perform general repairs and work with a range of materials
- Adhere to all Workplace Health & Safety requirements
Note, a Trade background may be advantageous.
Salary
Services Staff Level 2 $30.59 to $31.26 per hour plus super.
How to apply
We invite applications from energetic and innovative individuals with the ability to embrace and demonstrate an understanding of the particular ethos of Downlands, as a Catholic MSC College.
Applications are to be received by 3.00pm Thursday 28 March 2024, to: *********@downlands.qld.edu.au
Please note that interviews may be arranged prior to the closing date and an appointment made if and when appropriate. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
The application should include a cover letter and a full curriculum vitae with the following details:
- Personal details including name, address, contact details
- Qualifications
- Employment history
- Significant professional or personal achievements
- Names and contact details of 3 professional referees
This position is only offered if you have the right to apply for a Qld Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
Ours is a spirit of family and a spirit of true friendship formed by kindness and understanding, by compassion and mutual forgiveness, by gentleness, humility and simplicity, by hospitality and a sense of humour. MSC Constitution #32