Maintenance Officer / Groundsperson
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 28 November 2025
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<p><strong>Bethany College Hurstville</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Tuesday, 27 January 2026<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Friday, 28 November 2025<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Permanent<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br>
Bethany College provides an outstanding education specifically tailored towards empowering young women. With a Newman Selective Gifted Education Program class from Years 7 - 10, students are challenged and enriched at every level of ability. The College has a strong reputation for equipping students to be resilient, compassionate people who make a difference in the world through wellbeing, social justice and extracurricular programs.<br><br><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br><br>
Joining <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a> means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 74,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:</p>
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<li>competitive remuneration: 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>Bethany College Hurstville</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. You must demonstrate the ability to:</p>
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<li>prioritise and complete allocated work plans in accordance with School/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 lockup and setting of alarm system) and safety inspections of grounds and equipment</li>
<li>promote a positive image of the School/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>
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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>
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<p><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br>
Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p>
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<li>current CV & cover letter</li>
<li>three referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) and your last principal.</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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