Government schools – Melbourne Northern Suburbs VIC

SC1

Demonstrated ability to carry out grounds maintenance and basic repairs to facilities, including the safe use of tools and equipment (relevant training, licences or trade experience are desirable but not essential).

SC2

Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, contractors and the wider school community.

SC3

Demonstrated ability to organise your own work, complete allocated and scheduled tasks to a good standard and manage your time with routine supervision.

SC4

Knowledge of, or willingness to learn and apply, OH&S; and WorkSafe procedures, including identifying and reporting hazards and working safely around students.

SC5

Flexibility and responsiveness in undertaking unscheduled or urgent work when needs arise.

SC6

Capacity to use basic IT systems, such as online work request or maintenance platforms, to receive, update and report on tasks.

Selection Criteria

SC1

Demonstrated ability to carry out grounds maintenance and basic repairs to facilities, including the safe use of tools and equipment (relevant training, licences or trade experience are desirable but not essential).

SC2

Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, contractors and the wider school community.

SC3

Demonstrated ability to organise your own work, complete allocated and scheduled tasks to a good standard and manage your time with routine supervision.

SC4

Knowledge of, or willingness to learn and apply, OH&S; and WorkSafe procedures, including identifying and reporting hazards and working safely around students.

SC5





Flexibility and responsiveness in undertaking unscheduled or urgent work when needs arise.

SC6

Capacity to use basic IT systems, such as online work request or maintenance platforms, to receive, update and report on tasks.

Role

Position summary

The Grounds Assistant supports the safety, presentation and upkeep of the school’s grounds, outdoor areas and facilities for students, staff and the school community. Working under the direction of the Grounds and Maintenance Manager, the Grounds Assistant carries out routine and scheduled grounds and maintenance tasks, responds to day-to-day requests and hazards, and helps prepare the school for events and student programs.

Key responsibilities

Grounds and facilities maintenance

- Carry out routine grounds work, including mowing, line-trimming, edging, weeding, pruning, irrigation checks, garden bed care, litter removal and path and surface upkeep
- Carry out basic repairs and maintenance to school facilities, furniture and outdoor equipment within the skills and training of the role
- Complete tasks on the `Works to be Done¿ list as allocated, reporting progress and any issues to the Grounds and Maintenance Manager
- Safely operate and maintain grounds equipment, tools and machinery for which training has been provided




- Assist the Grounds Manager to manage maintenance needs that fall outside the scope of the role so they can be quoted, scheduled or referred to contractors

Safety and compliance

- Follow all OH&S; and WorkSafe requirements, school policies and safe work procedures, including the safe storage and use of chemicals, tools and equipment
- Identify, make safe where appropriate, and promptly report hazards in the grounds and facilities
- Assist the Grounds and Maintenance Manager with scheduled OH&S; inspections and maintenance in the OHS calendar
- Escort or work safely alongside contractors on site as directed, following school visitor and child secure requirements

Systems and communication

- Use the school’s online maintenance and work request platforms to view, update and close off allocated tasks
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with staff, students and contractors, and keep the Grounds and Maintenance Manager informed of work status

Events and student programs

- Assist in preparing and packing down grounds and facilities for whole-school and year-level events, as directed
- Support program leaders with student engagement activities related to the grounds (for example VCAL, and Advance), supervising students only while performing normal duties and never in place of a teacher

Other duties

- Other duties consistent with the classification and the skills of the role, as directed by the Grounds and Maintenance Manager or the Principal

Responsibilities

- Coordinate the use and maintenance of school buildings and equipment.
- Liaise and negoti

📌 Grounds Assistant (Melbourne)
🏢 Government schools
📍 Melbourne