Grounds and Facilities Maintenance Officer

Department of Education Victoria – Narre Warren VIC

3d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

At Maramba Primary School, we value connection and engagement with our community, innovation, collaboration, and celebrate the continued lifelong learning for all.

As a small to medium sized public school with a current enrolment of 230 students situated in Narre Warren, we continue to provide exceptional opportunities to our children and families. We know all our students on a first name basis which demonstrates the value we place on strong relationships. Maramba Primary is situated on naturally beautiful and extensive grounds with fantastic play areas that encourage student play, learning and exploration while having fun.

Our Vision at Maramba:

Providing a caring environment where aspirations are nurtured, positive relationships grow, success is celebrated and a passion for lifelong learning is ignited.

Our School Values:

Respect: We are understanding and are considerate of everyone's rights.

Relationships: We nurture our connection with others.

Resilience: We are brave when faced with challenges.

Responsibility: We recognise our actions and make a positive difference.

As a school community, we focus on developing our student's awareness of themselves and the knowledge of being human goes beyond social and emotional learning. This allows our students to use this knowledge to empower learning and their lives.

We understand that learning is developmental and continuous. The most important of which are a well-planned and well-taught curriculum.



Teachers maximise student learning through rich collaboration in PLCs using researched based high impact teaching strategies and assessment practices to create classroom environments that are engaging and fun, igniting each student's passion for learning.

We are committed to continually connecting and engaging with our school community to work together to achieve great results for our students academically and holistically. Together, our school community can deliver every child an opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the world they will inherit and instilling in each of them a foundation for lifelong learning.

Our school can be viewed atwww.maramba-ps.vic.edu.au

Please contact the school on 03 9796 7*** for further information or to organise a school tour.

Selection Criteria

In your response, please address:

SC 1Demonstrated experience in grounds maintenance such as gardening or a related field and proficiency in maintenance, minor repairs and use of tools/equipment

The successful applicant will bring practical, hands‑on experience in both grounds and maintenance works such as, horticulture, landscaping, a relevant trade, or a closely related area. They will be able to demonstrate a sound working knowledge of plant care, pruning, weeding, mulching, seasonal planting and general garden upkeep as well as completing minor maintenance tasks such as repairs to toilets, basic carpentry tasks, fixtures and fittings,



moving of furniture and upkeep of facilities.

In your response, please address:

- Your relevant work history and experience in the types of grounds or garden environments or maintenance fields that you have worked in.
- Specific skills you have developed in horticulture, landscaping, maintenance trades or related areas.

SC 2Capacity to maintain outdoor infrastructure and carry out general maintenance tasks

The role requires the ability to carry out routine maintenance across school grounds and buildings, including minor repairs to fences, gates, paths, playground equipment and outdoor furniture, and to undertake basic painting, plumbing and handyman tasks. The successful applicant will be able to identify, assess and report hazards or safety concerns promptly.

In your response, please address:

- Examples of maintenance, repairs or trade work you have completed, including any in similar settings to a School Environment.
- How you identify and prioritise maintenance issues or safety hazards and the steps you take to address them.
- Your experience keeping work areas, equipment and storage spaces clean, organised and safe.

SC 3Sound knowledge and application of workplace health and safety practices

The successful applicant will demonstrate a solid understanding of WHS principles as they apply to grounds and maintenance work, including the secure use and storage of equipment, chemicals and garden materials, and correct manual handling techniques. They will take personal responsibility for safety and model safe practices consistently.

In your response, please address:

- Your understanding of WHS obligations relevant to grounds maint

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