Maintenance and Grounds Officer (Southeastern suburbs)

Join a Team That Takes Pride in Creating Exceptional Learning Environments

At Danihers Facility Management (DFM), we partner with our clients to deliver high-quality, integrated facility management solutions. Guided by The Danihers Way, we are committed to creating safe, healthy and sustainable environments where people can thrive.

We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance and Grounds Officer to join our team at one of our valued school clients in Melbourne’s south eastern suburbs.

If you're a hands‑on professional who enjoys a diverse role, takes pride in maintaining beautiful grounds and facilities, and enjoys working in a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining the school's grounds, gardens and buildings to the highest standard. This is a diverse role combining horticultural, grounds and general maintenance responsibilities, with a strong focus on proactive property improvements and exceptional customer service.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Maintaining lawns, gardens and landscaped areas
- Mowing, edging, pruning, mulching, planting and weed control
- Undertake general maintenance and handyman repairs
- Support school events with room and grounds set-up
- Coordinate and supervise contractors on site
- Identification of maintenance issues and implementing proactive improvements
- Maintaining a safe, clean and well‑presented school environment
- Building positive relationships with school staff, contractors and the Danihers team

About You

You are reliable, proactive and enjoy working outdoors. You take pride in your work,



have excellent attention to detail and are committed to delivering outstanding service.

To be successful you will have:

- Previous experience in grounds, gardens and general maintenance in a similar environment
- Cert III in Horticulture
- Experience operating horticultural equipment and machinery
- Strong handyman skills with the ability to undertake minor repairs
- Plant identification knowledge
- Demonstrated experience working with a variety of stakeholders
- A proactive approach with excellent problem‑solving skills
- Outstanding communication and customer service skills
- The ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively within a fast‑paced environment.
- A current Chemical Users/Weed Spraying Certificate (or equivalent)
- A current Working with Children Check
- A current National Police Check
- A current Australian Driver Licence
- Experience working within a school or education environment will be highly regarded.

Work Environment and Conditions:

- Outdoor physical work, including lifting, pulling, pushing, carrying and reaching
- Use of power tools, lawn mowers, blowers, whipper snippers, and other grounds equipment
- Work with an established and respected facilities management company
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- A role where your work makes a visible difference every day
- Be part of a company that genuinely values its people and lives The Danihers Way

If you are passionate about maintaining outstanding facilities and enjoy working in an environment where no two days are the same, we would love to hear from you.

Note: employment is conditional upon providing an approved Working with Children Check and National Police Check (<12 months old),

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📌 Maintenance and Grounds Officer (Southeastern suburbs) (Melbourne)
🏢 Danihers Facility Management
📍 Melbourne