Job Description

Maintenance and Grounds Officer (Southeastern suburbs)

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Join a Team That Takes Pride in Creating Exceptional Learning Environments

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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.

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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.

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

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About the Role

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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 robust focus on proactive property improvements and exceptional customer service.

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Your responsibilities will include:

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

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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.

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To be successful you will have:

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

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

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Note: employment is conditional upon providing an approved Working with Children Check and National Police Check (

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