Property Maintenance Officer and Bus Driver
Djarragun College
Posted 5 days ago
Property Maintenance Officer and Bus Driver
Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD
Maintenance & Handyperson Services (Trades & Services)
Full time
$ 56,246 – $ 62,055 per year
Property Maintenance Officer and Bus Driver
Full Time
Ideal Start Date: As soon as possible
Are you passionate about the effective education of Indigenous students?
Djarragun College is a registered PBI allowing tax savings through salary packaging.
Djarragun College is an independent school owned and operated by an Indigenous Australian organisation, committed to delivering the standard of education long demanded by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia.
The College operates across two campuses: Gordonvale (Djarragun Campus) and Wangetti (Girl Academy Campus)
The Property Maintenance Officer and Bus Driver is a crucial member of the College in providing efficient support across both Campuses as required, although will be based at the Gordonvale Campus.
The successful applicant must have a current Blue Card before commencing in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
Bus Driver:
Safely transport students to and from various locations.
Maintain a clean and mechanically-sound bus at all times.
Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
Interact professionally with students, staff, and the public.
Property Maintenance Officer:
Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of school facilities.
Address any repair needs promptly and efficiently.
Assist in the upkeep of school grounds and gardens.
Ensure a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff.
Qualifications:
Valid MR or above driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Drivers Authority or ability to obtain one
Blue Card for working with Children
Experience in driving buses or large vehicles is preferred.
Skills in basic property maintenance and repair work.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong commitment to the safety and wellbeing of students.
Why Join Djarragun College?
Be part of an empowering educational environment.
Contribute to the growth and development of young Indigenous students.
Work in a supportive and dynamic team.
Enjoy a fulfilling role with diverse responsibilities.
Applications
Please submit applications on seek addressed to the Chief Operating Officer.
About Djarragun College
We recognise the traditional owners of Cape York and the Torres Strait Islands and pay our respects to our elders, past and present.
Djarragun College is a co-educational non‐denominational day and boarding school for Years P to 12. The College opened in 2001 and occupies a beautiful, spacious campus in Gordonvale 20 kilometres south of Cairns.
As a distinctive far North Queensland school, the college is made up almost exclusively of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student body, of whom approximately 20% are boarders. The majority of the student body comes from Yarrabah, Gordonvale and the greater Cairns area. These students are transported by bus to school daily. The boarders come from the Torres Strait Islands, Cape York, other parts of Queensland and interstate.
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