Freshwater Christian College is a leading independent co-educational Christian school located in the beautiful tropical region of Cairns.
Serving students from Kindergarten to Year 12, our College is a dynamic and vibrant learning community.
At the heart of everything we do is a deep commitment to our Christian mission, vision, and values.
We strive to provide a nurturing, safe, and positive environment where students, staff, and families can thrive together in faith and excellence.
The Opportunity
We are seeking aGrounds & Maintenance Supervisorto join our team on a full-time basis; the start date is negotiable.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading the College's grounds and maintenance function to ensure a safe, well-maintained, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.
The role combines team leadership and maintenance planning with hands-on trade work, ensuring the College's buildings, grounds, and facilities are kept to a high standard of safety, functionality, and presentation.
Essential Criteria
Hold (or have the ability to obtain prior to commencement) a current Queensland Working with Children Positive Notice (Blue Card).
Fully aligned with the values, virtues, and Christian beliefs of Freshwater Christian College
Able to affirm the College's Statement of Faith
Trade qualification (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, electrical, horticulture, or similar) with current relevant licence(s)
Demonstrated experience in a supervisory or team leadership role




Robust hands-on trade/maintenance skills and willingness to work alongside the team
Sound understanding of WHS requirements in a maintenance/grounds context
Current Queensland driver's licence
Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands
Positive communication skills, able to liaise professionally with staff, contractors, and school leadership
Ability to manage stock, inventory, and ordering processes
Valuable interpersonal skills; able to work positively with students, staff, and suppliers
Able to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage time effectively
Able to comply with College policies, procedures, codes of conduct, and training requirements (WHS, risk management, child protection, confidentiality)
Possess the right to work in Australia without needing sponsorship.
Highly Regarded
Experience working in a school or similarly complex facility environment
Horticulture or turf management experience
Experience with small plant/equipment operation and maintenance (mowers, ride‐ons, etc.)
First Aid certification
White Card (construction induction)
Freshwater Christian College is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all children and young people.
Refer to ourStatement of Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeingfound at fcc.qld.edu.au/careers/
Job Description

Applications close:8 am, 27 November ****
The College reserves the right to remove the job advertisement when a suitable applicant is found.
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📌 Grounds And Maintenance Supervisor (Queensland)
🏢 Freshwater Christian College
📍 Queensland