Maintenance Worker (Aspect South East Sydney School)
Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia's largest autism‐specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism‐specific school programs in the world. A not‐for‐profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence‐informed, person‐centred, family‐focused and customer‐driven solutions.
Pay
A$66,****** per year
The rate is
$***** per hour
+ superannuation, depending on qualifications.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake repair/maintenance work to school buildings (e.g. replacing locks, windows & light bulbs, patching holes, woodwork repairs)
Perform routine maintenance of equipment
Estimate repair costs and document repairs undertaken
Handle, store, and distribute goods/materials
Move equipment/furniture as required
Upkeep school grounds (e.g. mowing, pruning, weeding, planting, disposing of litter)
Assist with school improvement projects (e.g. fencing, paving, gardening)
Drive school vehicles as required for registration inspections, repairs and servicing
About the School
Aspect South East Sydney School provides placement for approximately 180 students on the autism spectrum from ages 4 to 18 years. The school's main sites are at Peakhurst, Marrickville & Loftus, with 9 satellite classes across the South East Sydney region.
Qualifications & Experience
Experience in general maintenance of grounds/buildings
Knowledge of electrical, plumbing and general trade maintenance
Understanding of machinery/equipment operation relating to building maintenance
Ability to work unsupervised as well as part of a team




Excellent communication skills
Trade background desirable
Own tools required
Current driver's licence and use of own vehicle
Current NSW Working with Children Check for paid employment
May be required to provide an International Police Check clearance
Advantages & Compensation
Rate:
$***** per hour
+ superannuation
Salary packaging options to increase take‐home pay
Employee referral incentives
Access to discounts through Beny on everyday purchases
Discounted membership to fitness facilities via Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Converge International
This position is covered by the Independent Schools NSW (Professional and Operational Staff) Cooperative Multi‐Enterprise Agreement ****.
Application Process
To apply, please submit your application ASAP (preferably before 19 December) for a starting date in early February ****. Attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; a cover letter is optional.
Aspect reserves the right to interview and/or appoint candidates at any stage of the hiring process.
Contact
Joanne Tisdell, Principal, Aspect South Sydney School
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Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds—including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds—to apply. We provide universal strategies to meet diverse needs and can individualise these where necessary.
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📌 School General Maintenance (New South Wales)
🏢 Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)
📍 New South Wales