Gardener/Handyperson

Newton Moore Senior High School

Newton Moore Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to establish a pool of dedicated Gardener - Handypersons for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2025 school year.

About the role

Join our team as a Gardener - Handyperson and contribute to fostering a positive learning environment! As a key member, you'll be instrumental in maintaining the school grounds, ensuring they are safe, tidy, and conducive to a positive environment for both students and staff. From overseeing the turf areas, garden beds, and shrubs to managing hard landscaping features like courts and paving, you'll play a vital role in creating an inviting and inspiring outdoor space.

Your commitment to maintaining gardening facilities, equipment, and tools in a good condition will be integral to promoting a positive culture within the school.

In this role you will provide advice and support to the Manager Corporate Services on school grounds and maintenance.

Suitable applicants should display effective communication skills, be able to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff and external stakeholders and ideally be able to work unsupervised, with the ability to identify and recognise work that is required to be completed. You should also be well organised, have attention to detail, a positive outlook and be a team player.

Closing date of Applications: Monday 14th October 2024 3:30pm

How to Apply
Application Instructions

Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply!

Step 1: Prepare your application.

Your application should include the following:

- CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position.




- A cover letter with one 1 example from your experience that best shows your knowledge, skills, and abilities in maintaining grounds and gardens. Include:
- The steps you take to manage grounds and gardens.
- Equipment or chemicals you used; and
- How you ensure your safety and the safety of others.

Step 2: Submit your application.

Apply Online at Gardener - Handyperson (jobs.wa.gov.au):

- Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.
- Have your documents ready to attach.

Apply Directly to the School:

- Complete the application form located at the top of the advertisement on Gardener - Handyperson (jobs.wa.gov.au).
- Email your application form and documents to [email protected] or
- Hand-deliver your application form and documents to our school reception at Hotchin Street, Bunbury, WA 6230.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

About our school

Newton Moore Senior High School (SHS) provides students from Year 7 to 12 with a personalised educational experience. The school, at the heart of South Bunbury, has a strong sense of community and celebrates the strengths of students through a variety of innovative programs.

Our school vision is: 'Achieving Today, for Tomorrow'. We have strong links with a range of partners within the education community, parents, government and non-government agencies, and industries. We work with these groups to improve student outcomes. At our school, we have stimulating and cutting-edge educational programs. We have an unwavering commitment to thoroughly prepare our students for their future.

The school delivers two Department of Education Approved Specialist Academic Programs: Science Horizons and Engineering. Newton Moore SHS is also a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) for Certificate courses. We have other complimentary programs Moore Academy of Sport and Health (MASH), Follow the Dream, Clontarf Football Academy, Stars Foundation and CALM Cadets

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