<p><strong>Permanent full-time position - Commence Monday 7 July 2025 </strong><i><strong>(or by negotiation).</strong></i></p> <p><strong>Monday to Friday 10:00AM to 6:00PM&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Maintenance Officer to join our Maintenance Team. Reporting to the Property Services and Facilities Manager via the Maintenance Supervisor, this role will ensure the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the College's property, buildings, furniture, and grounds. The Maintenance Officer plays a key part in creating and maintaining a safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing environment, contributing directly to a positive learning atmosphere for students and staff.</p> <p>The successful applicant should possess the physical ability to undertake the requirements of the role, including bending, lifting and carrying, have a strong work ethic and be able to carry out the responsibilities of the position with minimum supervision.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Ensure all College buildings and facilities, including grounds, are always safe and well-presented and in good order.</li> <li>Carry out basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, light globe replacement and repairs and maintenance tasks to College buildings, grounds, furnishings and equipment.</li> <li>Assist with set up and pack down of school functions and events on and off site.</li> <li>Undertake daily opening of College.</li> <li>Undertake preventative and reactive repairs and maintenance tasks as required.</li> <li>Driving duties as required.</li> <li>Assist with deliveries of goods and packages through the College as required.</li> <li>Participate in regular site inspections.</li> <li>Take a proactive approach to identifying, reporting and taking action in relation Work Health and Safety.</li> <li>Assist with readying College pool for service each day.</li> <li>Performing other duties as directed by the Principal, College Leadership Team or your direct report.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours and professional boundaries that reflect child safeguarding values in practice.</li> <li>Physical ability to perform tasks including bending, lifting, and carrying.</li> <li>Sound knowledge and experience in building and grounds maintenance.&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong work ethic and ability to work with minimal supervision.</li> <li>Ability to contribute to a collaborative team for site upkeep and improvement.</li> <li>Sound communication and interpersonal skills.&nbsp;</li> <li>Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability and willingness to learn new systems.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Trade qualifications</li> <li>Previous experience in a similar role in building and grounds maintenance.</li> <li>A current and valid NSW Class C Driver’s License.</li> <li>Current First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to apply</strong></p> <p>To express your interest in joining our highly motivated staff, apply via the online ‘Career Application’ available on our website&nbsp;<a href="https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spc.nsw.edu.au%2Fworking-spc%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7Ckaryn.corcoran%40spc.nsw.edu.au%7C23fbc1653c884dcb4b7108daabebccb6%7C878993c0d0614c9c8abc094551833516%7C0%7C0%7C638011326476390327%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=ZdY6bbjGxPibYgXri5q8YY52k02Xo1fMbcpDSFuKx80%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow">Working at SPC | St Patrick's College Strathfield</a></p> <p>Your application should consist of:</p> <p><strong>1.Cover letter</strong>&nbsp;(maximum two pages) that highlights your claim for the role and demonstrates your suitability.</p> <p><strong>2.Current CV</strong>&nbsp;(maximum five pages) outlining your qualifications, experience and skills together with the contact information for two (2) referees (preferably from your current / most recent employer).</p> <p><i>All applications should be addressed to The Principal (MS Word and PDF attachments are preferred).</i></p> <p>We look forward to hearing how your capabilities, knowledge and experience make you the best person for this role.</p> <p>A commitment to uphold the Catholic ethos of a school in the Edmund Rice tradition and a valid Working with Children clearance are essential conditions of employment.</p> <p>Evidence of a valid WWCC clearance and successful completion of a pre-employment medical check will be required prior to employment.</p> <p>St Patrick’s College is a child safe and child-centred organisation, committed to the protection of children and has zero-tolerance of any abuse of children. It is our commitment to ensure that each and every child and young person under our care are kept safe and free from all forms of harm and abuse.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Applications close 4:00 PM Friday 27 June 2025.</strong></p> <p>General inquiries may be directed to the Human Resources Adviser by phoning 02 8705 9251.</p> <p><i>The College reserves the right to conduct interviews for this position prior to the closing date.&nbsp;</i></p> <p>The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.&nbsp;</p> <p><i>St Patrick’s College is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.&nbsp;</i></p> <p><i>We are committed to reconciliation and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.&nbsp;</i></p>