Job Description

Join Our Facilities Team – Help Create an Environment Where Students Thrive!

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You Will Love Working With Us

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Our Facilities Team plays a vital hands-on role in maintaining and enhancing our College campuses to provide safe, functional, and welcoming environments for students, staff, and visitors.

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We are seeking a proactive and skilled Grounds and Maintenance Officer to join our Facilities Team. This hands-on role is primarily responsible for the landscaping, presentation, and upkeep of our College grounds while also undertaking general maintenance activities that support the day-to-day operation of our campuses.

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This position is offered on a full-time basis; however, we are open to discussing a part time arrangement for the right candidate. With consistent Monday to Friday hours, the role offers excellent work-life balance while building a rewarding and reliable career.

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Your Role

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Maintain the College grounds through landscaping, gardening, irrigation, turf care, and grounds maintenance.
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Undertake landscaping projects and general maintenance, including minor building repairs and painting.
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Safely operate and maintain grounds equipment, machinery, and tools.
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Work collaboratively with the Facilities Team, contractors, and College staff.
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Assist with campus projects, event setups, relocations, and other operational duties.
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Support a positive team culture aligned with the College's Christian mission and values.
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About You

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Experience in landscaping, horticulture, grounds, and general maintenance.
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Skilled in operating grounds maintenance equipment and power tools.
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Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
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Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
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Able to work safely in a school environment and undertake physically demanding work.
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Hold an Open Manual Driver's Licence and a Blue Card (or be willing to obtain one before commencement).
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A practising Christian or someone who actively supports the College's Christian mission and values.
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Why Join Us

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Excellent work-life balance with Monday to Friday hours
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All tools and equipment supplied by the College
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Supportive and cooperative team culture
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Work that makes a meaningful difference!
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📌 Grounds And Maintenance Officer Ipswich
🏢 Westside Christian College
📍 Ipswich