An exciting opportunity is now available for Property Services – Ground and Maintenance workers to join our expanding, multi-campus College. Multiple permanent, full-time positions under direction of the Facilities Operations Manager are available.

At Xavier College, we are more than just a school; we are a community driven by a mission to nurture and inspire students in an enriched environment. We strive to create a welcoming, inclusive, and supporting space for all. If you are passionate about maintaining beautiful grounds and facilities while contributing to a positive school environment, we invite you to apply.

As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in maintaining the aesthetic and functional aspects of our College’s property. You'll be responsible for ensuring our gardens, sports grounds, and facilities remain safe, well-maintained, and visually appealing.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in performing a range of routine tasks as outlined in the grounds and maintenance schedule

Maintain gardens, sports grounds which includes the use of accredited trade skills in areas such as horticulture, gardening or maintenance of sports grounds

Perform gardening duties such as trimming trees/shrubs, cutting lawns and edges, weeding and watering of gardens and plants

Safely operate and maintain ride-on machinery used for grounds maintenance

Undertake repairs and maintenance to buildings and property

As part of a team, general responsibility of upkeep, tidiness and appearance of the College

Assist trades personnel with manual duties

Please view the Position Information Document located on the College website for more information: https://www.xavier.catholic.edu.au/community/careers/

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

Demonstrated maintenance and grounds experience

Certificate III in horticulture or gardening, or technical trade experience

A current SA drivers licence

Working With Children Clearance

First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012)

Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse & Neglect – Education and Care certificate

Willingness to undertake training, as required

Why Join Us?

At Xavier College, we are more than a workplace; we are a community. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the property services, safety and well-being of a nurturing educational environment, with support for professional growth and a collaborative team culture.

https://www.xavier.catholic.edu.au/about/values-vision/

Apply Now

We ask that candidates please submit their application to [email protected] and not through SEEK.

Applicants to please submit:

Cover letter detailing your motivation to apply for the role, previous experience and qualifications (as applicable)

CV including the name and contact details of 3 current referees

CESA Employment Declaration (found on College website)

The successful candidate will be required to undergo our screening process.

Applications will be reviewed as received.

Applications close on Tuesday, 22 April 2025 at 4.00pm.