Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities - Warwick Central State School

Job Description

Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities - Warwick Central State School Education (Organisation site)Darling Downs South West Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division Warwick Central State School is seeking applications for a Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities officer to join their school community on a temporary part-time basis, at 0.79 FTE and 60 hours per fortnight, until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined. Within this role, you will contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the school by providing a high level of grounds and facilities support to the Principal, Business Manager, or nominated delegate. Job Details Position Status: Fixed Term Temporary Position Type: Part-time Occupational Group: Education & Training Classification: OO2, OO3 Workplace Location: Darling Downs - Maranoa Job Ad Reference: QLD/DSR623745/25T Closing Date: 16-Mar-2025 Yearly Salary: $59755 - $69638 Fortnightly Salary: $2290.40 - $2669.20 Job Duration: Until 12 Dec 2025 unless otherwise determined The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. About the Role This is a OO2 progression position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the OO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the OO3 level once specific criteria have been met. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of OO2 to OO3 classification range. Attend to or arrange repairs and maintenance within the school, including 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. Oversee maintenance of school ovals through regular mowing, watering, and soil maintenance (refer to WHS guidelines and procedures); lawn and garden maintenance, including regular weeding and the use of appropriate insecticides and fertilizers where necessary (refer to WHS guidelines and procedures); plant, water, and care for trees, shrubs, gardens; and undertake general maintenance of grounds care equipment such as mowers, brush cutters, tractors (as per manufacturers' service manuals) and arrange regular services. Responsible for a range of day-to-day activities that may include delivering and collecting mail, parcels, and documents; recording and delivering messages; printing and photocopying; preparing classrooms for examinations and preparing activity/assembly halls, including moving/arranging furniture and seating; removing and relocating furniture from room to room; general store duties including receipting, opening up, checking, storing, and distributing school supplies and stocks; maintaining various registers; and stocktaking and recording/engraving of school equipment/furniture and assets. 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). We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. #J-18808-Ljbffr