Maintenance Worker
Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.60 FTE)
Applications Close: 27 June 2025
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<p><strong>St John Bosco College Engadine</strong> <br><strong>Commencement Date:</strong> Monday, 7 July 2025 <br><strong>Closing Date:</strong> Friday, 27 June 2025 <br><strong>Capacity:</strong> Part-Time (45 hours per fortnight), Temporary<br><br><strong>Don't miss this exciting opportunity as a Maintenance Worker!</strong><br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br>
St John Bosco College is a vibrant coeducational learning community in the Catholic tradition, with a strong focus on academic excellence. Keeping our founder's belief that education should engage the heart, our holistic approach is based on a reasonable, respectful and reverent way of working with young people that prepares them for life. <br><br><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br><br>
In joining <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a>, you will be part of the largest Catholic education community in NSW, with a unified vision and shared resources, encompassing over 145 schools and over 74,000 students. We enable job mobility across the system, diverse career opportunities and an extensive suite of professional development programs.<br><br>
SCS is renowned for excellence, with six schools in the top 100 and 13 in the top 150 of the 2024 HSC rankings. Over 51% of results were Band 5 or 6, and our students achieved 2,819 Distinguished Achiever mentions.<br><br>
Be part of a system that fosters academic, creative and vocational success, shaping future leaders every step of the way.<br><br>
In addition, we offer:</p>
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<li>remuneration package valued at up to $79,743. Base salary ranges from $60,130 to $71,199. Salary calculated on unaveraged conditions (work year round)</li>
<li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li>
<li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li>
<li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
<li>discounts on gym classes and memberships, activewear, healthy meals, and wellbeing products</li>
<li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li>
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<p><strong>About You</strong><br><br><strong>St John Bosco College Engadine</strong> is seeking an enthusiastic Maintenance Worker to undertake general and maintenance work to ensure a clean, orderly and safe environment that enables enhanced student learning outcomes.<br><br>
We are seeking the services of an experienced grounds/maintenance officer for an initial period of twelve months.<br><br>
To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate the ability to:</p>
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<li>prioritise and complete allocated work plans in accordance with College requirements</li>
<li>assist with cleaning and repairs as a result of student accidents, extreme weather, acts of vandalism etc</li>
<li>plan and organise workflow to accomplish established objectives</li>
<li>follow chemical usage and storage procedures</li>
<li>move items of furniture and classroom supplies around and set up furniture and equipment for sporting and special events</li>
<li>complete daily security routines (including school opening, lockup and setting of alarm system) and safety inspections of grounds and equipment</li>
<li>promote a positive image of the College in all interactions</li>
<li>support other teams during peak loads</li>
<li>plan and execute maintenance of the school including gardens, paths, signage etc</li>
<li>undertake minor repairs as required including plastering, painting and basic carpentry</li>
<li>undertake minor repairs or replacements as required, including tap washers, light bulbs, furniture and equipment etc</li>
<li>identify and report any risks to the school leadership team</li>
<li>contribute to required committees, for example, the WHS committee</li>
<li>comply with WHS standards to ensure compliance</li>
<li>use technology and IT systems proficiently</li>
<li>maintenance of asset registers and completion of repairs and maintenance in accordance with the College's programmed maintenance schedule</li>
<li>assist the Business and Operations Manager with the on-site supervision of external service providers.</li>
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<p>Desirable criteria:</p>
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<li>previous experience in a school environment</li>
<li>qualification in relevant trade</li>
<li>heavy vehicle drivers licence (LR or MR).</li>
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<p><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br>
Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the steps to submit your application. To complete the application process, please ensure you attach the following;</p>
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<li>current CV</li>
<li>cover letter</li>
<li>three referees, including your current employer.</li>
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<p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.<br><br>
If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong> <br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/12NXlXECGafjFW1YktzO9pufOa_ypn22x/view">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong> <br>
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i><br>
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