As one of Queensland's leading independent schools, catering for boys from Prep to Year 12, through the outstanding education offered to boarding and day students, we have developed innovative approaches to address the specific learning needs of boys. Offering an inspiring, modern and technologically rich learning environment to our nearly 1400 students (including 140 Boarding Students), the school has an enviable reputation for intellectual leadership and academic achievement.

As a part of this, the Grounds include the original buildings from 1863 which are listed by the National Trust, in addition to a complex of modern facilities. Our external sporting complex at Brassall hosts Cricket, Football, Rugby, Cross Country and other outdoor Activities.

We are seeking the expertise of motivated and energetic casual Grounds Assistants to join our Facilites and Grounds department to support the team during the School's sporting grounds, in particular cricket pitches. This role would suit someone with some experience or interest in sporting grounds maintenance and hours can be flexible around study or other commitments.

The Grounds Assistant role is expected to:

contribute to maintaining a high level of presentation of our Sporting Grounds at all times, including lawns and cricket pitch;

general grounds duties, including mowing, pruning, hedging, weeding, fertilising, sprinkler systems and propagating;

general use and basic preventative maintenance of machinery including tractors, mowers, whipper snippers, leaf blowers, chainsaws, etc;

preparation and maintenance of School cricket fields. This may involve mowing, fertilising, line marking, wicket maintenance, set up and dismantling of any sports equipment required for home games;

assist with venue set up for any school events/occasions including moving and setting up furniture and equipment; and

any other duties as requested by the Facilities Manager and Assistant Manager.

The successful candidate may possess:

a professional and friendly approach;

some relevant industry experience or interest within the industry;

landscaping knowledge or general maintenance/ trade experience would be advantageous but is not required; and

exceptional attention to detail.

To be considered for this position, applications must include:

Covering Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Applications close: Friday 27 June 2025.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as The School reserves the right to close the job advertisement early, should a suitable applicant be found.

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Ipswich Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care. As such, it is a condition of employment that all staff members, unless otherwise eligible for an exemption, must possess a current Positive Notice or “Blue Card” issued under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 before commencing employment with the School. Volunteer Blue Cards will be required to be transferred to Paid Employment cards