Hunter Trade College is an accredited senior school and Registered Training Organisation (RTO) offering an innovative pathway in which students complete their NSW Higher School Certificate while starting trade training in Electrotechnology, Construction, Automotive, Engineering, or Plumbing. With students spending up to three days a week in industry-based learning, our campus is a vibrant, practical, and fast-moving environment.

About the role

Reporting to the Business Manager, you will play a key role in the College's daily operations. Your work ensures our buildings, grounds, and learning spaces are well-maintained, clean, presentable, and secure, so staff and students can focus on teaching, learning, and practical trade training. The role requires working Monday–Friday, with general hours of 7.00 am to 3.36pm. Start and finish times may be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Key responsibilities

- General property and grounds cleanliness tasks including cleaning, gardening, weeding, mowing, edging, waste management
- Basic maintenance tasks such as painting, maintaining halls and walls, doors, windows, and outdoor spaces
- Moving furniture and setting up rooms for classes and events




- Coordinating with external contractors and suppliers
- Conducting routine and preventative maintenance checks
- Supporting staff with ad hoc facilities-related tasks that keep the College running smoothly

About you

- Experience in a similar property maintenance, grounds, or handyperson role
- Current Working With Children Check (Employment)
- Current Class C Driver's Licence
- Hold or willing to undertake a National Police Character Check
- A proactive, enthusiastic approach
- High ethical standards, reliability, and punctuality
- The ability to work independently and manage changing priorities
- A commitment to safe work practices
- A moderate level of fitness required to undertake tasks safely
- A friendly, team-focused attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed
- The position works 48 weeks per year and attracts 4 weeks annual leave
- Two-week shutdown over Christmas/New Year period
- 3 days special leave provided over the Christmas/New Year period
- 15 days personal/carers leave per year
- Training and development to support you in the role
- 12.44% employer superannuation contribution

📌 Grounds/Yards Maintenance Officer (Telarah)
🏢 Hunter Trade College
📍 Telarah