Who We Are: Maleny State High School is a public secondary school located in the scenic hinterland town of Maleny, Queensland, Australia. Known for its strong community values and supportive learning environment, the school offers a broad curriculum that includes academic, vocational, and extracurricular programs. With a focus on student well-being and achievement, Maleny State High encourages students to reach their potential in a nurturing and inclusive setting. Step Into Your Next Chapter: The role receives regular supervision when undertaking duties that are non-routine in nature. As the Schools Officer, Grounds you will not be required to perform any task or repairs that would normally require the services of a qualified tradesperson. The position reports directly to the Principal, Business Manager or nominated delegate. Responsibilities include: Responsible for a range of day to day activities that include maintenance of school ovals through regular mowing, watering and soil maintenance (refer to Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) guidelines and procedures); lawn and garden maintenance, including regular weeding and the use of appropriate insecticides and fertilisers where necessary (refer to WHS guidelines and procedures); plant, water and care for trees, shrubs, gardens; and undertake general maintenance of grounds care equipment such as mowers, brush cutters, tractors (as per manufacturers' service manuals) and arrange regular services. Ensure compliance with WHS requirements including maintenance of a safe work environment; safe storage and handling of chemicals, fertilisers and fuel. Assist with a range of duties that include coordinating the removal and/or disposal of rubbish as required (does not include emptying of bins in agreed eating areas). Attend to/or arrange repairs and maintenance within the school, including those which relate to fences, paving, gates and irrigation; swimming pools (e.g. maintaining proper water quality, testing water, keeping records of tests, adjusting/adding chemicals as consistent with workplace health and safety (WHS) guidelines and procedures). Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities. The Perfect Fit: Capability to perform activities consistent with workplace, health and safety guidelines and procedures with regard to government facilities. Undertake a range of functions which may require the practical application of high level skills relevant to the role. Demonstrated experience to analyse requirements, identify solutions, plan and coordinate cost effective renewal projects, following documented methods and instructions. Sound knowledge and compliance with regulations, codes and specifications relevant to the role. Skillset that enables the role to undertake required procedures without intensive supervision. Submit Your Application: Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) * Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
