- 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.

Position Type

School Operations

Employment Status

Permanent/Ongoing

Classification Level

ESO3

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 secure, 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

- Demonstrated experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, turf management or general property maintenance.
- Practical skills in building repairs, maintenance tasks and the safe 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.

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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📌 ServicesMaintenance (Adelaide)
🏢 Catholic Education South Australia
📍 Adelaide