Estimated start date: March 31st 2025
Position tenure: Full Time | Permanent
Weeks worked: Up to 52 weeks per year including school holidays
Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 37.5 hours per week - required to work Monday to Friday
Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Support Officer Level 5 $38.29 per hour(School Salary Scale)/(Services Salary Scale)

Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement

St Benedict's Primary School at Mango Hill has a student population of just over 750 students. The school was established in 2008 and is located in the outer northern suburbs of Brisbane (Mango Hill). St Benedict’s is committed to planning and providing a high quality, 21st century Catholic education; an education focused on the development of the human person created whole in the image and likeness of God, bringing faith, life and culture into our school life. Our dedicated and professional teachers deliver unique and authentic learning opportunities, differentiating the curriculum to cater for all learners. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

St Benedicts Primary School is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Grounds, Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator to join its staff community. The successful applicant will demonstrate a passion for leading the maintenance of our beautiful, expansive grounds, buildings and gardens, and be enthusiastic, energetic and enjoy working in the outdoors. They will have proven organisation abilities, a genuine interest in horticulture and facilities maintenance.

The successful applicant will be required to lead our team of Grounds Maintenance Officers ensuring a team approach to the work that is required. They should exhibit behaviour, through word and action, which reflects the Catholic ethos of the School, communicating effectively with all members of the community. They should have a commitment to upholding the importance of Workplace Health and Safety practices and carry out responsibilities to the best of their ability.

Applicants should carefully examine the Position Description and Duty Statement attached and summary of duties expected of them as a means to inform their overall response to the application. They should respond with a Letter of Application in addtiion to their resume, detailing their experience and qualifications.

To be eligible to be considered for this role you will:

• hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement;
• be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment; and
• have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education.
• Have a commitment to SafeguardingThe Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct Working With Children (WWC) and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.
  

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.

Contact: Patrick Davis
Contact email: [email protected]
Closing date: 09-Mar-2025