About this job
About Us:
Brisbane State High School students are surrounded by possibility and opportunity in many diverse areas of academia, sport, culture, international experience and community responsibility. This environment, coupled with high performance expectations and personalised attention, has led to an unparalleled record of success by our students. The school has a strong direction underpinned by four core values—learning, excellence, respect and public education.
Our great strength is the partnerships we forge between students, staff, parents and the wider community. These partnerships enable us to build on the strengths of tradition and performance and to live out our values and our commitment to providing a world-class education for every student.
About the Role:
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
- Knowledge of chemical management in relation to grounds care. Attainment of AHCCHM304 - Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases. AHCCHM307 Transport & store chemicals.
- Perform activities consistent with workplace, health and safety guidelines and procedures with regard to government facilities.
- Maintenance and preparation of tennis/netball courts and surrounding amenities.
- Liaise with contractors, P&C, Sub-Committee members & school staff.
- Analyse requirements, identify solutions, plan and coordinate cost effective renewal projects, following documented methods and instructions.
- Compliance with regulations, codes and specifications relevant to the role.
- Provide advice to the Business Manager on facility operations and maintenance programs at Fursden Rd fields and cricket pitches, including the cricket pitch at the South Brisbane campus.
- Participate in Workplace Health and Safety programs and committees and ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements including maintenance of a safe work environment; rectify attention any safety hazards; manage equipment records.
This position works outside of normal school terms and holiday entitlements will be negotiated in line with operational requirements. Working weeks will be flexible in line with home games being played on Saturdays during the GPS seasons. Some after hours and on call work may be required.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply:
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 1-pg 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).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
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