Full time, Permanent
2d ago , from Presbyterian Ladies College, Sydney & Armidale
Highly regarded independent girls' school
Excellent opportunity in a dynamic workplace
Well-resourced departments
Full-time (permanent) commencing as soon as possible
About PLC Sydney
Located in Croydon, NSW, Presbyterian Ladies' College, Sydney is a Pre-K to Year 12 day and boarding school for girls, grounded in Christian values and widely recognised for its innovation, academic excellence, and commitment to care and inclusion.
With a proud heritage dating back to ****, PLC Sydney is a school that honours tradition while embracing innovation, offering both the HSC and Cambridge A - levels. Named among the Top 100 Innovative Schools globally by Cambridge University, the College is deeply committed to helping young women discover their gifts, find their place and lead with integrity. Its vibrant campus culture fosters deep connection, lifelong learning, and a sense of purpose that is nurtured across generations.
This role is open to candidates who currently reside in Australia and are legally authorised to work here.
REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES
The Maintenance Team are responsible to the Principal through the Head of Business Operations and Administration through the Director of Facilities, and under the day-to-day direction of the Maintenance Manager or his delegate.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
As part of the Maintenance Team you are responsible for maintaining a high-quality level of internal and external general maintenance for all College buildings and infrastructure, including grounds.



Maintenance staff are responsible for assisting the various trades as required.
Maintenance staff are required to abide by the College's Staff Code of Conduct and to support the Christian ethos of the College.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintenance Staff members will work collaboratively to foster a positive, harmonious team environment and provide maintenance and trade service support to the school across various campus buildings, infrastructure, and general facilities and activities. The role focuses on a wide variety of building repairs and maintenance, gardening and landscaping, workshop management, and assisting with contractors and third-party providers.
Maintenance staff are required to, but not limited to, perform the following tasks:
ensure WHS guidelines and policies are followed at all times
assist with maintenance of College buildings, grounds, plant, equipment and furnishings to a quality standard
assist with ensuring the grounds, including garden beds, plantings and playing areas, are kept safe, clean and tidy
complete other tasks assigned from time to time and assist other members of the maintenance team, external contractors and school staff react to change productively and complete tasks as assigned in a timely manner




maintain school equipment and tools associated with the maintenance department
provide assistance and support for event/function set-ups and break-downs
provide general labouring tasks as required work flexible hours so that work can be performed around the operational needs of the College
including out of school hours for events such as, but not limited to:
Fair and Open Day
Jersey Day
Speech Day
Parent-Teacher Nights and any other appropriate duties as directed
SKILLS AND EXPECTATIONS
To be supportive of College aims, initiatives, policies and practices
To be familiar, and comply, with the School's Code of Conduct and Staff Manual guidelines
To possess a current full Driver's Licence and First Aid qualification
To exhibit professional and personal integrity
To demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills and experience in dealing with staff, students, parents, visitors regarding facilities and maintenance matters
To work independently with initiative and be able to work as a team member
To be physically able to contribute to an active maintenance department when needed - ability to lift 25 kg, ability to walk a reasonable distance, climb up or bend down and work, etc
To demonstrate sensitivity when working with people from diverse backgrounds, and appreciate the appropriate use of humour in the workplace
ATTENDANCE
Maintenance meetings
Our workplace is strictly smoke-free. The successful candidate will be required to comply with our smoke-free policy during working hours and on company premises.
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📌 Maintenance Team Member (Melbourne)
🏢 Presbyterian Ladies College, Sydney & Armidale
📍 Melbourne