This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, ****. Founded in ****, Australind Senior High School is set in a beautiful estuary setting on the South West coast, with spacious grounds overlooking the Brunswick River. Our campus offers students room to grow, explore and learn in a calm, natural setting that supports both wellbeing and academic focus. Find out more about our school by visiting australind.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking to appoint a friendly and committed Senior Gardener – Handyperson to join our team. The successful applicant will maintain the school grounds including turf areas, garden beds, shrubs and trees to ensure that they are presented in a safe and tidy state as far as conditions allow, providing students and staff with a safe external learning environment. Part of the role includes performing tasks and duties using safe work practices, including following Safety Data Sheet guidelines, in a timely manner with minimal disruption to students and staff. The successful applicant would manage hazardous substances in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation, including maintaining Safety Data records as required. The desired applicant should possess good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate and supervise staff. You will ideally have experience in servicing horticultural/gardening equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks. Full details of the role,



selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jessica Melvin, Manager Corporate Services on ************** or by emailing ******.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan ********* for more details.
Eligibility
obtain a valid Working With Children Check.
consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
Agency Referrals
Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at ****** during the advertising period.
Vacancy Details
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS*******
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 30 October ****
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📌 Senior Gardener - Handyperson (Western Australia)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Western Australia