About this job
About the Department
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
Abiut the School
Our school is a co-educational school of 1700 students, located in the beautiful, leafy Centenary area of Brisbane. Set on a gentle, sloping hill only a kilometre to the Brisbane River, Centenary State High School allows for a very peaceful environment for learning.
About the Role
Centenary State High School is seeking a Facilities Supervisor to manage and maintain school facilities, ensuring a safe, functional, and well-presented environment for students, staff, and the community.
Key responsibilities include:
- Facilities & Maintenance Management - Liaising with external contractors, scheduling maintenance, overseeing building and grounds upkeep, and procuring furniture and fittings.
- Security & Compliance - Implementing and monitoring key access policies, conducting inspections, and ensuring all facilities meet security and safety requirements.
- Capital Works & Minor Projects - Supporting capital works initiatives and coordinating minor improvements.
- Contractor & Cleaning Supervision - Managing Work Area Access Permits (WAAP) for contractors, overseeing cleaning operations, and supervising cleaning staff.
- Facility Hire & Telecommunications - Managing facility hire agreements and ensuring efficient operation of the school's telecommunications system.
- Operational & Administrative Support - Assisting with uniform stock control, providing administrative support, and implementing process improvements.
- Stakeholder Engagement - Collaborating with Business Managers, departmental officers, and community representatives to uphold high service standards.
This role is ideal for an organised, proactive professional with experience in facilities management and a strong commitment to maintaining a high-quality school environment.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply:
- 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.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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