Surf Coast Secondary College – Torquay VIC

The position may require hours to be worked during non school periods, depending on the operational needs of the school, with the specific arrangements to be negotiated with the Business Manager or Principal.

Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy.Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3.Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility.Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases.Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.

This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years.Skilled student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered.Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students,



but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor.Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employees position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

This position is currently for two days per week with the potential for an increase from 27/01/2027

This position is a short term contract until 25/03/2027

Key responsibilities

Daily unlock and disarm of all College buildings at 7:00am

Regular garden and grounds maintenance including mowing, weeding, rubbish removal

Schedule and document maintenance activities including essential services, electrical, plumbing, fire services, pest control, painting, concreting, glazing, carpentry, facilities audits, waste management and department inspections

Prepare quotes and timelines for contract work

Manage, coordinate and instruct service contractors and ensure works are carried out with due regard to protection of the buildings and grounds and with minimum disruption to school activities

Ensure that all contractors provide information pertaining to insurances and working with children checks where required

Perform daily maintenance tasks including removal of graffiti, emergency maintenance, cleaning up rubbish and deliveries

Respond to service requests from staff for breakdowns and repairs and maintain records of such requests





Assist the Business Manager in developing a buildings and grounds budget and developing proposals for building and capital works as required

Identify, report and advise on major furniture, fixture and equipment renewal needs across the College and manage related contracts and coordinate purchasing

Implement appropriate OH&S; and risk management procedures and ensure staff and contractors comply with OH&S; requirements and legislated standards

Provide the Business Manager and Principal with reports, statistics and advice as required

Assist with the planning and staging of College events such as Information Evenings, Awards Ceremonies, Student Led Conferences

Respond to any emergency situation in an appropriate manner and undertake such other duties as may be required, noting that such activities may be outside normal working hours or on weekends

Liaise with the cleaners on any maintenance issues

Regularly monitor and report on any security issues; for example: open windows, unlocked doors

Assist with the supervision of students in selected programs that may be connected with the position

Comply with the College's policies and procedures

Maintain a healthy and safe working environment

About you

Ability to undertake hands‑on maintenance tasks

Ability to manage and coordinate service contractors

Knowledge of OH&S; and risk management procedures

Ability to respond to emergency situations

Ability to prepare quotes and timelines for contract work

Ability to develop budgets and proposals for building and capital works

Please respond to the following Key Selection Criteria (KSC):

KSC1 Relevant experience and /or qualifications to fulfil the expected duties of the Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Manager

KSC2 Ability to effectively prioritise and work systematically with minimal supervision

KSC3 Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety policies and procedures and an ability to manage risk within the work setting

KSC4 Ability to communicate effectively and engage others within the school community to maintain a clean and safe environment

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📌 Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Manager (Torquay)
🏢 Surf Coast Secondary College
📍 Torquay