Senior Maintenance and Grounds Officer

at  Carey Baptist College

INTRODUCTION:

The Opportunity
Due to internal growth, we have a unique opportunity for an experienced Senior Maintenance and Grounds Officer to join our team. Reporting into the Property and Facilities Manager and based at our Forrestdale campus, we are seeking a dedicated professional to oversee the development, maintenance and presentation of Carey’s building, facilities, grounds and sporting fields.

• General building maintenance, upkeep and repairs.
• Ticket (work request) management and fulfilling in a timely fashion.
• Oversee the quality and regularity of contracts such as turf management.
• Engage with contractors on site, and/or across communication channels such as telephone/email/text, streamlining on site jobs that have been requested and planned while ensuring contractual expectations are delivered to a satisfactory standard.
• Ensure contractors have the appropriate induction when undertaking works on campuses

About Carey

• We are a community of people with a deep desire to play our part in the story of God in the world.
• We are a single community made up of different and complementary parts, operating across sectors, locations and industries.
• We have a big vision - to see a world transformed by the love of God.
• We are a people who strive to ‘attempt the extraordinary’ not for the sake of it, but because it matters.

It is our staff who make the difference!
Working at Carey is more than just a career for our staff – it’s a vocation that reflects their passion to see students flourish. We will continue to employ outstanding staff, recognising that it is the quality of our teachers, administrators and support staff who will make the difference at Carey.

Who you are

• You are experienced in irrigation, maintenance and repairs
• You can demonstrate your sound knowledge in landscaping, sports turf and general maintenance
• Possess sound attention to detail and organisational skills
• Hold (or can obtain) a working with children’s check, working at heights tickets and or first aid
• A self starter with ambition to exceed client expectations
• Have an understanding and practical approach to work health and safety
• Hold a relevant trade qualification (preferable)

If this is you, we want to hear from you!
To apply, hit the ‘Apply’ button and proceed through the online application process.
To request a full Position Description please contact us at joinus@carey.wa.edu.a