About the business Arethusa College is an independent, co-educational school catering for students requiring an alternative to mainstream schooling. We are accredited as a Special Assistance School with campuses located across South-East Queensland We believe in Doing School Differently, providing an alternate approach to education, and serving students who have been let down by an education system that was not able to flex and adapt to meet their unique needs and circumstances. At Arethusa College we Believe, Expect and Celebrate as we see our students move towards achieving their full potential. We Believe in our students; we don’t define them by their past experience but rather their future potential and possibilities. We Expect great things of our students; as a result we raise the bar, we invest and journey with them and we Celebrate our students; because they are absolutely worthy of being celebrated, as they step out of their comfort zones and towards the goals they set for themselves. About the role An exciting opportunity has become available for a suitably qualified Maintenance Officer to join our maintenance team based at our Deception Bay Campus. A requirement of this position is to work across all Campuses. The Maintenance Officer will report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor and works closely with Campus Principals. To be successful you must have: Demonstrated competence as a tradesperson and experience in a similar role A current Driver's Licence Exceptional maintenance experience Health and Safety knowledge Understanding of legislative requirements pertaining to maintenance repairs Good communication skills A Working with Children (Blue Card) The Maintenance Officer is required to: Have the demonstrated ability for self-management Have the ability to meet deadlines and set priorities Be highly adaptable and willing to be solution focused Be an effective communicator, who is able to listen to the needs of others Be highly organised and have the ability to take initiative Work effectively and professionally in a team environment The roles and responsibilities of the Maintenance Officer include, but are not limited to: Perform various maintenance tasks across all trade groups within capabilities and skill set. Plan and Complete delegated tasks as assigned by supervisor. Use a range of electric or battery - operated tools to perform various tasks. Use, maintain and clean any lawn mowing, gardening equipment and vehicles Maintain a high level of general maintenance and grounds presentation to all nominated campuses. Report all materials and expenditure requirements during and at completion of tasks. Ensure OH&S compliance at all times and report any breaches including near misses. Keep maintenance shed area to a clean and tidy standard Complete tasks designated by supervisor in a professional and timely manner as requested. Applicants will hold a hold a Working with Children Card (Blue Card) Applications to include a cover letter and a detailed resume.
