<p><strong>Salary:&nbsp;</strong>$72,782&nbsp;full-time equivalent plus superannuation<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;Part-time | 55 hours per fortnight<br><strong>Eligibility:</strong>&nbsp;Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date:</strong>&nbsp;Negotiable<br> &nbsp;<br><strong>About St Jude’s Primary School</strong></p> <p>St Jude’s Primary School has a strong reputation for providing high-quality education in a supportive and inclusive environment. St Jude’s is committed to the academic, social, and personal development of every student. The school offers modern facilities, including an Early Learning Centre and up-to-date learning technologies, and values strong partnerships with families and the wider community.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>The School Operational Officer supports the efficient functioning of the school by maintaining facilities, grounds, and essential services. This hands‑on role involves general repairs, gardening and grounds upkeep, equipment and machinery maintenance, and assisting with operational tasks such as canteen or uniform shop support. You will help ensure a safe, clean, and well‑organised environment for staff, students, and the wider school community.</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong></p> <ul> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities</li> <li>Access our People Wellbeing Program,&nbsp;Flourish</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Completion of a trade qualification or Certificate III (or equivalent knowledge and practical experience)</li> <li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong></p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;This position involves working with children.&nbsp;Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.</p> <p>CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.<br> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br> For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.stjudesps.act.edu.au/ ">website.</a>&nbsp;Information about the&nbsp;Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited&nbsp;(CECG) can be accessed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Cameron Reed on 02 6288 7688 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:cameron.reed@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Grounds%20Maintenance%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>cameron.reed@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Grounds%20Maintenance%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:cameron.reed@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Grounds%20Maintenance%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">cameron.reed@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Grounds%20Maintenance%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Grounds%20Maintenance%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Grounds%20Maintenance%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/506562/grounds-maintenance-officer">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>