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Form of workGrounds and Maintenance Officer
- Car park and lunch provided.
- Full-time position (38 hours/week).
- Competitive salary.
- Fantastic team culture.
The Women’s College
The Women’s College is a residential college within The University of Queensland. Established in 1914, the College has a strong tradition of providing a supportive and enriching living and learning community for women, offering places for 250 residents and 50 associates (non-residents) who undertake tertiary studies at Brisbane universities each year.
Please visit our website for further information https://www.womens.uq.edu.au/
Grounds and Maintenance Officer
The Grounds and Maintenance Officer works in partnership with the College’s Facilities Manager to maintain the high standards of the College’s gardens and outdoor areas and assist in the maintenance of the interiors.
The Position Description may be found at: http://www.womens.uq.edu.au/career-opportunities/
Key Responsibilities:
- Designing, planting, and maintaining landscapes and green spaces
- Mowing lawns, trimming edges, and ensuring grass areas are well-kept
- Performing regular inspections to identify and address issues such as litter, debris, or damage
- Operating and maintaining groundskeeping equipment and power tools
- Completing general maintenance tasks including minor painting and repairs
- Carry out minor carpentry work.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, and Maintenance preferred
- Knowledge of plant care, irrigation systems, and landscaping techniques
- Ability to operate groundskeeping equipment and tools safely and effectively
- Strong attention to detail and a passion for creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Physical stamina and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Car park provided
- Lunch provided in our Dining Hall
- Full-time position (38 hours/week)
- 20 paid annual leave days per year
- Salary packaging options available
- Flexible working hours
- Varied, interesting role with time split between indoors and outdoors
- A supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued
- The satisfaction of playing a vital role in creating and maintaining stunning outdoor spaces.
To apply, please submit the following to *******@womens.uq.edu.au by 9:00 am on Monday 29 April 2024:
- A one-page cover letter outlining how you believe you can fulfill the Position Requirements for this role
- Full curriculum vitae including employment history, present position, details of education, professional experience and qualifications, names and contact details of three professional referees.
For further information on the role, please email *******@womens.uq.edu.au.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Further details about The Women’s College can be found at: http://www.womens.uq.edu.au/
