Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1504246
KSC1 Demonstrated experience in building or grounds maintenance, repair, or related trades.
KSC2 A strong work ethic, eye for detail and a sense of pride in efficiently completing work to a high standard as well as the ability to work independently and to follow instructions
KSC3 Sound understanding of OHS standards and maintenance procedures in a school setting.
KSC4 Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and contractors.
KSC5 Commitment to child safety and the values of a government school environment.
The Maintenance and Grounds Person is responsible for maintaining the school grounds, buildings, and facilities to ensure a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.
This role requires sound judgement, the ability to work independently, and the capacity to perform a variety of hands-on maintenance, repair, and general duties across the school.
The responsibilities of this position will be:
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Cairnlea Park Primary School is a thriving school in Melbourne¿s western suburbs. It is located 16 km north-west of Melbourne's Central Business District, within the City of Brimbank local government area.
Our student population is culturally diverse, comprising of over 63 different nationalities from around the world. Our 2025 enrolment is approximately 800 Foundation to Year 6 students.
The School Council is active in overseeing policy development and financial control.
In the spirit of reconciliation, Cairnlea Park Primary School acknowledges the Wurundjeri people as the Traditional Custodians of the land now named Cairnlea and respects their continuing cultural heritage and connection to land. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
The following information aims to provide applicants with the information regarding the position as well as the selection criteria.
Facilities and grounds maintenance is an ongoing responsibility that ensures our school environment remains safe, functional, and welcoming. The duties of the Facilities & Grounds Maintenance staff may vary depending on the needs of the school.
It is expected that in preparing applications, applicants clearly outline their relevant skills and experience that address the selection criteria.
The appointment is subject to having a WWCC.