Casual Grounds and Maintenance Officer at Carey

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Grounds Maintenance, Turf Care, Lawn Mowing, Edging, Whipper-Snippering, Raking, Debris Removal, Facility Setup, Event Preparation, Wicket Maintenance, Power Tool Operation, Communication, Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Safety Compliance

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

As a Casual Grounds and Maintenance Officer you will contribute to the upkeep of grounds, gardens, turf and other common areas of our exceptional Bulleen Sports Complex. This is a casual position commencing in March 2026. This role is primarily based at Carey's Bulleen Sports Complex, but there may be a requirement to move between campuses from time to time. The Role: Ensure effective maintenance and upkeep of the turf, including lawn mowing, edging, whipper-snippering, raking and debris removal Setup facilities and the grounds in preparation for sporting activities and events Pack down, clean up and re-set up after sporting activities and events Support wicket preparation and maintenance Ad-hoc maintenance duties as required by the Ground Supervisor The Person: Previous experience in general grounds and/or maintenance is highly desirable but not mandatory A commitment to working in and maintaining a safe environment Have the ability (or willingness to learn) to operate small power tools Excellent communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills A valid Employee Working with Children Check is a requirement of employment for this position. How do I apply? Click "Apply Now" to submit your curriculum vitae and cover letter. To find out more about this opportunity, download the Position Description here. If you have any questions, please email casuals@carey.com.au. Carey Baptist Grammar School reserves the right to close this advertisement at any time. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Learn more about our community: Carey is a leading co-educational school for students from Early Learning to Year 12 (IB & VCE). Our cohort is made up of approximately 2700 students who are supported by over 600 passionate and experienced staff. Our vibrant community is also enriched by a number of dedicated volunteers and engaged alumni. With five extraordinary campuses, we create inspiring spaces where learning thrives and where new opportunities await enthusiastic educators. Kew Learning Campus – ELC – Year 12 Donvale Learning Campus – ELC – Year 6 Bulleen Sports Complex Outdoor Education Site - Banksia Peninsula Experiential Learning Facility - Mission Beach in Far North Queensland Carey offers a nurturing workplace where innovation is celebrated and both personal and professional growth is actively supported. Our commitment to Child Safety: Our community is committed to promoting child safety, student empowerment and cultural safety, with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and neglect. We encourage active student participation in maintaining a safe environment and routinely implement policy updates and improvements to safeguard our students. All members of the Carey community, including staff, parents, alumni and volunteers share the responsibility of maintaining student safety at all times. You can read more about Carey’s Child Safety policies here. Carey is an inclusive workplace where everyone is celebrated, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical ability and religious or political beliefs. We adopt a whole-school approach to providing an environment of mutual respect, fairness, equity and justice. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands and waters surrounding us and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.

Responsibilities

The Casual Grounds and Maintenance Officer will be responsible for the effective maintenance and upkeep of turf, including mowing, edging, and debris removal across the sports complex grounds. This role also involves setting up and packing down facilities and grounds in preparation for sporting activities and events, along with supporting wicket maintenance.