About this job
This is a progressional position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the lower classification with eligibility for progression to the next, once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of both classification ranges.
Who We Are:
Gympie State High School (GSHS) is Queensland's oldest state secondary school and boasts a proud history of academic, cultural, sporting and community excellence.
The school stands on the hill overlooking the Gympie Region Aquatic and Recreation Centre in a revitalised precinct bounded by Cootharaba and Everson Roads.
While the school has evolved throughout its history it has remained true to its vision of a learning community where positive relationships are the foundation for achievement of everyone's personal best in all aspects of school life.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
Join Gympie State High School, Queensland's oldest secondary school established in 1912, where heritage charm meets modern educational facilities in a vibrant and growing school community.
As a Groundsman, you will play a vital role in maintaining safe, welcoming, and high-quality learning environments that support student success, school pride, and the ongoing presentation of one of Queensland's most historic schools.
As the Schools Officer, Grounds you will have responsibility for the following:
- 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).
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Note: some travelling in private car will be required to businesses within the Gympie Region
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 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
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.