Groundsperson

at  Townsville Catholic Education

Commencing Date: As soon as practicable
Tenure: Full Time, Permanent
Salary Range: $62,632-$63,968 per annum pending experience
Closing Date: Monday, 15 July 2024 unless filled prior
St Benedict’s Catholic School, Shaw is Townsville’s newest Catholic school and features the highest standard of education and learning facilities synonymous with Catholic schools across Townsville. St Benedict’s Catholic School nurtures learning success by promoting student engagement within a flexible environment. This innovative school embraces sustainable practices for the natural and built environment fostering a love for creation and aspiring to be good stewards. The school’s culture reflects the grace and spirit of St Benedict, known as a gentle, dignified, strong, peace-loving man who lived a contemplative life and honoured ‘God in all of life’.

ABOUT THE ROLE

St Benedict’s Catholic School, Shaw is seeking and experienced and dedicated Groundsperson. This role is a full time, permanent position.
The Groundsperson, 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 will be required to assess repairs quickly to enable maximum safety at all times. The Groundsperson will work with limited supervision under the direction of the Principal.

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

• Mowing, whipper snipping and fertilising lawns
• Repairing and maintaining irrigation systems
• Weeding, planting, fertilising and maintenance of gardens
• Maintaining and cleaning grounds and equipment
• Maintaining security lighting
• Assisting with all general building maintenance, painting etc. as required
• Identifying and reporting defects and hazards as soon as practically possible
• Some deliveries to and from the school, as required.