Facilities, Buildings & Maintenance Officer

Department of Education Victoria – Brookfield VIC

24h ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Murrum Primary School is a new government school which opened in 2026, located on wurundjeri country at 90 Elpis Rd, Weir Views, 3338. Murrum is the indigenous wurundjeri word for 'joeys'. The establishment of this new school in the Melton community supports the increasing enrolment demand from a growing local population. Our location is unique in that the suburb has been developing over several years prior to the school opening and is relatively close to the bustling CBD of Melton and therefore provides easy access to local community services.

Murrum Primary School has places for up to 715 students with enrolments open from Foundation to Year 6. Murrum PS is a Supported Inclusion School providing up to 65 places for students with a diagnosis of Intellectual Disability within the total enrolment. This provides a unique opportunity to open another local school in the Melton community that provides high-quality education for local students, strengthening the already established education provision in this growth area.

The school includes:

- An administration and library building with spaces for art, science and food technology
- 3 learning neighbourhoods (including a 2-storey neighbourhood) and Mod 10
- Hard courts and a sports field
- A gymnasium/performing arts/community hub building.

Murrum Primary School is co-located with an Early Learning Centre that will provide long day and Three-and Four-Year Old Kindergarten programs,



supporting families with care needs and a smoother transition to primary school. The Victorian Government-owned centre is run by Early Learning Victoria and provides another unique opportunity of building a professional relationship that strengthens the learning of all students.

At Murrum Primary School we pride ourselves on being an inclusive and progressive school community. Our staff are our most valuable resource and we will provide support & recognition accordingly. Our Administration, Learning, Wellbeing and Principal Class teams will be visible and working together with staff to support the best outcomes for students. We are a government Supported Inclusion School with specific places for students with an Intellectual Disability diagnosis, this unique opportunity creates a community of learners with a collective approach and commitment to building exemplary practice and pride in growth and achievement for all. Our staff will demonstrate strong values in offering Safe, Calm and Dignified educational workplace. Our staff show care, act with integrity through honesty, celebrate achievement, encourage motivation and build persistence for all students and each other. You are an MPS CHAMPion

The teaching team is integral to shaping and creating the culture, philosophy and strategic intent for our new school.



Our teachers' commitment to growth, reflection and responsive behaviour with a high-level ability to remain adaptable, flexible and positive in approach will be critical in forming our desired culture of learning and growth.

Further information about the role can be sought by contacting Office Manager Goce Avramoski at ****@education.vic.gov.au, or Business Manager Erin Morris *****@education.vic.gov.au or the school on 8000 5095 (school phone manned during term Monday to Friday 8.30am-3.30pm).

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated experience and technical skills in performing maintenance and groundskeeping responsibilities, including facilities management, with a strong focus on ensuring safe and well-maintained environments.

SC2 Demonstrated ability to work independently to manage regular, ongoing minor maintenance and repair tasks, fulfil specific projects, and to effectively engage, coordinate, and oversee contractors beyond own expertise, ensuring quality outcomes within agreed timelines and budgets.

SC3 Demonstrated capacity to safely undertake routine tasks across a range of maintenance and gardening functions with a sound knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and risk management practices.

SC4 Demonstrated high-level interpersonal skills related to working in an environment that includes staff, students, visitors, and external contractors.

SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management: proactive identification of hazards and impending maintenance tasks, and identification of c

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