Mountain Creek State High School is seeking a reliable and motivated Schools Officer - Grounds to join our team.

This is a great opportunity for someone seeking work within a supportive school community.

A higher rate may be negotiated where the applicant has a Certificate III qualification or higher relevant to the tasks outlined, from a recognised institution under the Australian Qualification Framework.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Part time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification OO2, OO3
Workplace Location Sunshine Coast
Job ad reference QLD/NCR700141/26E
Closing date 09-Sep-2026
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration
Contact person Amanda Gunn
Contact details 07 5457 8376
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This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.

About us:

Mountain Creek State High School is a proud Sunshine Coast school built on the values of Quality, Opportunity and Excellence.

With a strong focus on high expectations, student wellbeing and future-focused learning, the school provides diverse opportunities across academics, sport, the arts, leadership and community.

Through strong relationships and a commitment to personal excellence,



Mountain Creek State High School supports students to thrive and prepare confidently for their future.

Your opportunity:

This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining high-quality grounds and facilities, and values contributing to a safe, welcoming and well-presented school environment.

Working as part of our school operations team, you will have the opportunity to undertake a varied range of routine grounds duties while working both independently and collaboratively with colleagues.

Primary responsibilities:

- Maintain school grounds, lawns, gardens and landscaped areas through mowing, watering, weeding, planting and general grounds care.
- Prepare and maintain school ovals and outdoor sporting facilities to a high standard.
- Undertake minor grounds maintenance, including repairs to fences, gates, paving and irrigation systems.
- Operate, maintain and arrange servicing of grounds care equipment such as mowers, brush cutters and tractors.
- Follow Workplace Health and Safety requirements, including the safe handling and storage of chemicals, fertilisers and fuel, while supporting ongoing grounds improvement projects.





Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

The perfect fit:

The successful applicant will be practical, dependable and comfortable performing physically active outdoor work.

Previous experience in groundskeeping, gardening, landscaping, horticulture or general property maintenance will be highly regarded, along with experience operating grounds equipment and a strong commitment to safe work practices.

Interested? To Apply:

- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
- Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

Information Package for Applicants

Role Description

📌 EOI - Schools Officer, Grounds - Mountain Creek State High School (Sunshine Coast)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Sunshine Coast