Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilites - Calamvale Community College

Job Reference QLD/MSR604011/24P
Closing date November 27, 2024
Location Brisbane - South
Type Full-Time
Contact 07 3712 6333

About this job

This is a OO2 progression position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the OO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the OO3 level once specific criteria have been met. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of OO2 to OO3 classification range.

About the Department of Education

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.

About Calamvale Community College

We're known for educating the global generation to be creative and critical thinkers, problem solvers and confident citizens of the world.

We are an IB World School and currently offer two International Baccalaureate Programs to students:

  • Primary Years Program - students aged 5 to 12 years (Prep to Year 6)
  • Diploma Program - for students in Years 11 to 12

About the Role

Key accountabilities

  • Demonstrated ability to maintain Grounds and Facilities
  • Ability to conduct minor repairs and maintenance (Reactive & Planned) to Grounds and Facilities (except jobs that require qualified tradesperson)
  • Proven experience working with machinery, including maintenance and record keeping
  • Waste Management
  • Capability to perform activities consistent with workplace, health and safety guidelines
  • Ability to liaise with various internal and external personnel (e.g., tradespersons) on a variety of repair and maintenance issues
  • Responsible for a range of activities required by administration team

Further role specific criteria:

  • Proven experience working with machinery, including maintenance and record keeping
  • Knowledge of or ability to gain knowledge of tools and equipment including school mowers
  • Demonstrated awareness of HS&W requirements
  • Knowledge or ability to gain knowledge in school

More about you:

  • Willingness to undertake specific training to enhance skills as necessary
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a part of a team
  • Proven ability to build strong working relationships and rapport with a diverse range of people
  • Ability to work independently, be self-motivated, proactive and show initiative
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
  • Excellent organisational, communication and time management skills
  • Ability to think logically and solve problems
  • Maintain strict confidentiality as per the Code of Conduct for Qld Public Servants

Mandatory requirements:

  • A criminal history check will be initiated on the successful applicant.
  • In accordance with the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000, successful applicant must hold a current Working with Children Check clearance (Blue Card

How to Apply:

Please submit:

  • A Resume (max two pages) including your experience and skills as well as contact details of two referees (including your current supervisor)
  • One Page detailing your suitability for 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.

ruitment 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.