Position Type: School Operations
Employment Status: Permanent/Ongoing
Classification Level: ESO3

Permanent full-time position offering job security and consistent hours (37.5 hours per week, 46 weeks per year).
Varied and hands-on role combining grounds maintenance, building upkeep and general facilities support.
Supportive school environment where your skills help create a safe and welcoming space for learning.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated and dependable Grounds and Maintenance Worker to join our team. In this varied and rewarding role, you will help maintain our school grounds, buildings and equipment, ensuring a safe, functional and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors.

Key responsibilities include:

Maintain school grounds, gardens and turf to a high standard, ensuring a safe, attractive and functional environment.
Conduct routine inspections, maintenance and repairs to buildings, facilities and equipment across the school site.
Safely operate and maintain gardening and maintenance equipment in accordance with workplace procedures.
Complete scheduled maintenance activities and respond promptly to unexpected repairs and remedial works.
Support compliance and safety requirements, including testing and tagging of electrical equipment (training provided).
Assist in maintaining a clean, orderly and well-presented school environment for students, staff and visitors.

About You
We are seeking someone who:





Demonstrated experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, turf management or general property maintenance.
Practical skills in building repairs, maintenance tasks and the secure use of tools and equipment.
Strong commitment to workplace health and safety practices and risk management.
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a school community.
Reliability, initiative and a willingness to contribute positively to the values and culture of a Catholic school.

For further information refer to the Position Description

Why Us?
Be part of a welcoming and supportive Catholic school community where your work directly contributes to creating a safe, attractive and engaging environment for students and staff.

About Us
St Francis is a vibrant Reception to Year 6 Catholic school committed to fostering excellence, wellbeing and a strong sense of community.

How to Apply

Cover letter (1 A4 page) detailing the following:

Your experience relevant to the role
What has motivated you to apply; and
What you hope to contribute to the CESA community.
Your response to ‘Key responsibilities include’

Resume

Catholic Education South Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Screening requirements apply.

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