About this job
About the School
Mackenzie State Special School is a P-12 school located on the south side of Brisbane within the Metropolitan South Region of Education Queensland. The school is close to the Gateway Arterial and Mt Gravatt Capalaba Road.
We are a unique campus that shares some facilities with Mackenzie State Primary School. Both schools operate separately and have their own Principal.
At Mackenzie State Special School, we celebrate and further develop students' individual abilities. Our aim is to provide a broad and balanced curriculum that offers each individual student the opportunity to develop realistic and relevant knowledge and skills to ensure their fullest participation in their community.
Your Responsibilities
As the Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Support a variety of security duties at the school that involve using and maintaining the school security systems; banking of school funds (this does not refer to the collection, receipt, or reconciliation of funds, but rather to the transport and depositing of funds at the appropriate banking institution); and locking and unlocking buildings (within core hours).
- Assist with a range of duties that include clearing and hosing of drains and gutters; collection of waste, food and paper on school grounds as agreed by relevant staff and the Principal, Business Manager and/or nominated delegate; undertaking immediate action cleaning duties (outside the normal operating hours of the school's cleaning staff); coordinating the removal and/or disposal of rubbish as required (does not include emptying of bins in agreed eating areas); assist with requirements for significant events such as fetes, plays and major sporting events.
- Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements including maintenance of a safe work environment; safe storage and handling of chemicals, fertilisers and fuel; bring to appropriate attention any safety hazards; manage equipment records; and maintain tools and equipment for repair services (as per manufacturers' service manuals).
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
- Attach a written statement (1-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
Progressional Role
Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.
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.