Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Grampians - Ararat
Reference: 1540518
Demonstrated experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, property maintenance, or a similar role.
Ability to safely operate and maintain grounds equipment including ride-on mowers, brush cutters, hedge trimmers, blowers, and hand tools.
Demonstrated knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) requirements, including safe manual handling and chemical handling procedures.
Ability to identify maintenance issues and prioritise tasks effectively with minimal supervision.
Well-developed organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work positively with students, staff, contractors, and visitors.
Demonstrated reliability, honesty, initiative, and commitment to maintaining high standards.
8.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
9. Physical capacity to undertake manual work in varying weather conditions.
The Maintenance/Groundskeeper is responsible for ensuring the school grounds, buildings, and facilities are maintained in a safe, clean, functional, and attractive condition. The role supports the daily operations of the school by undertaking routine maintenance, grounds care and assisting with the preparation of school events and activities.
The successful applicant will contribute to providing a safe learning and working environment for students, staff, and visitors while demonstrating professionalism, initiative, and a commitment to excellent service.
Grounds Maintenance
Building Maintenance
Safety and Compliance
Equipment and Asset Management
School Support
General Duties
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
Appropriate handover and training will be provided by the current Groundskeeper.
Applicants who would like part-time work may also apply.
Ararat College consists of two main Campuses, and two other external facilities including our Bush Block and Caley's Oval. The successful applicant will be responsible for working alongside the Assistant Groundsman to ensure quality upkeep of all College-owned facilities.
The school is a vibrant learning community committed to providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school values of Respect, Responsibility and Excellence underpin all aspects of college life and guide the behaviours and expectations of students, staff, and the wider school community.
The Maintenance/Groundskeeper plays an important role in supporting the school community by ensuring the grounds, facilities, and learning environments are well maintained, safe, and welcoming for students, staff, families, and visitors.