Commencing Date: Term 2
Tenure: Full Time, Fixed Term
Salary Range: $62,632 - $63,968 per annum pending experience
Closing Date: Monday, 31 March 2025 unless filled prior
Ryan Catholic College, Kirwan was established in 1979 and has as its foundational story the well-known “Journey to Emmaus” from the Gospel of Luke. The theme of “journey” is one that is embraced by the college and is a fine metaphor for portraying the growth that all people experience in developing their spirituality, intellect, physical and social capabilities and wisdom. Although the college is relatively young, it has an enviable reputation for providing an education which results in graduates who are well rounded young people. Academic excellence is sought and achieved, yet there is a broad education provided so that all who seek our values find a suitable pathway to attaining their goals.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Ryan Catholic College, Kirwan is seeking and experienced and dedicated Groundsperson/Maintenance. This role is a full time, fixed term position for 12 months commencing from 22nd April 2025 until 19 April 2026.
The Groundsperson/Maintenance, under the direction of the Principal, contributes to the effective and efficient operation and environment of the school by providing a high level of maintenance and upkeep of the school grounds. The Groundsperson/Maintenance will be required to assess repairs quickly to enable maximum safety at all times. The Groundsperson/Maintenance will work with limited supervision under the direction of the Principal.

TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Maintain lawn, trim trees overhanging branches, hedging, blowing down and outdoor vacuuming
• Operations of different machinery, ride on and walking behind scrubbers, sweepers and mowers etc.
• Assist with constant upkeep and upgrading of College grounds and gardens, including fertilising, weeding, poisoning, landscaping and minor irrigation checks and repairs as required
• Bin runs, rubbish removal, tilling sandpits and pressure cleaning
• Assist with setting up for College functions and displays
• Carry out minor repairs to the College property and equipment, including: but not limited to
• Assist with marking playing fields
• Routine maintenance and cleaning of machinery and sheds, including external cleaning
• Assist with general maintenance, upkeep and cleaning duties as reasonably requested
  Other related duties as reasonably requested by the Grounds Supervisor and Facilities Manager