Schools Officer, Facilities - Centenary Heights State High School

Job Description

Are you passionate about creating safe, efficient, and inspiring learning environments? Centenary Heights State High School is seeking a Schools Officer, Facilities for a temporary full-time position for a period of 12 months, unless otherwise determined. Join our team as a Schools Officer, Facilities, and play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the physical environment of our schools. If you have strong organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to excellence, we invite you to apply and make a difference in our school community.About Us Safety, respect and learning are the key underpinnings of the quality education on offer at Centenary Heights State High School.When students, parents and staff show respect for themselves and each other in the way in which daily business is done then learning will take place within a safe and supportive environment. That is the focus of my work as principal here.It is impossible to divorce who you are from what you do, they are inextricably linked. Johann Von Goethe is quoted as saying: 'The way you see people is the way you treat them - and the way you treat them is what they become.'Given we, as teachers, are charged with the role of second parent, you need to know this is what we value.About The Role Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements including maintenance of a safe work environment; bring to appropriate attention any safety hazards; manage equipment records; and maintain tools and equipment for repair services (as per manufacturer's service manual). Attend to or arrange repairs and maintenance within the school, including those related to furniture and equipment; locks and windows; swimming pools (e.g. maintaining proper water quality, testing water, keeping records of tests, adjusting/adding chemicals as consistent with occupational health and safety (WHS) guidelines and procedures); and school facilities. Provide basic maintenance of equipment specific to schools with students with disabilities. Communicate and discuss with Principal/Business Manager or nominated delegate on matters regarding periodic maintenance of facilities. Liaise with various internal and external personnel (e.g. tradespersons) and students on issues of lost property and damage to facilities. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. How To Apply Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and A 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.Occupational group: Facilities/Asset Management#J-18808-Ljbffr