Home Hill State High School Is seeking a Schools Officer, Grounds to join the team!

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our school community and help us continue to achieve big things as a small school.

Job details

- Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
- Position type: Full time
- Occupational group: Education & Training
- Classification: OO2, OO3
- Workplace Location: Townsville region
- Job ad reference: QLD/NQR696631/26T
- Closing date: 11-Aug-2026
- Yearly salary: $61847 - $72073
- Fortnightly salary: $2370.60 - $2762.60
- Job duration: Until 13 Aug 2027 unless otherwise determined
- Contact person: Sandra Doyle
- Contact details: 07 4790 5605 Access the National Relay Service

This is a progressional position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the lower classification with eligibility for progression to the next, once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of both classification ranges.

Home Hill State High School: Small School, Big Things!

At Home Hill State High School, we pride ourselves on being a small school with a big heart and even bigger ambitions.

Nestled in the heart of our vibrant community, we are committed to providing our students with exceptional opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive.

Our school is not just about academic excellence — we are passionate about fostering a holistic environment where students can excel in sports, agriculture, and community engagement.

From our thriving agricultural programme to our well‑maintained athletic facilities,



we aim to provide a well‑rounded education that prepares our students for a bright future.

We Need Your Help!

To continue providing the best for our students, we are seeking a passionate and skilled individual to assist with maintaining and enhancing our school grounds and facilities. Specifically, we are looking for someone to help with:

- Lawns and Gardens: Maintaining and beautifying our school grounds to create a welcoming and inspiring environment for students and staff.
- Irrigation: Ensuring our irrigation systems are efficient and effective to support our green spaces.
- Athletic Facilities: Supporting the upkeep and improvement of our sporting grounds and facilities to encourage active and healthy lifestyles.
- Agricultural Facilities: Assisting with the maintenance of our agricultural programme infrastructure, which is a cornerstone of our school's identity.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

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