Grounds Maintenance Officer

Sts Peter and Paul's Primary, Goulburn

Goulburn, NSW 


Gardeners / Maintenance

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time

Applications Close: 1 April 2026


The Grounds Maintenance Officer is responsible for ensuring that all school buildings, facilities, and grounds are safe, functional, and well presented to support a positive learning environment. This position plays a key role in the smooth daily operation of the school by ensuring classrooms, outdoor areas, and shared spaces remain clean, secure, and in optimal condition for students, staff, and visitors.

<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong>&nbsp;$55,745 full-time equivalent plus superannuation&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:&nbsp;</strong>Part-time | 35 hours per fortnight&nbsp;<br><strong>Eligibility:&nbsp;</strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date:</strong>&nbsp;Negotiable&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About Sts Peter and Paul's Primary&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Sts&nbsp;Peter and Paul's Primary offers a nurturing and welcoming environment where students thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. With a focus on fostering strong values, a love for learning, and a sense of community, the school provides a well-rounded education that prepares students for their future. Our dedicated staff create learning experiences, ensuring each child's growth and success, while the beautiful, campus offers a welcoming space for creativity and exploration. Join a school that’s not just about learning, but about building a strong foundation for life.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>The Grounds Maintenance Officer is responsible for ensuring that all school buildings, facilities, and grounds are safe, functional, and well presented to support a positive learning environment. The role involves completing general repairs, responding promptly to maintenance requests, and coordinating with contractors for specialised work when required. With a proactive and organised approach, the Grounds Maintenance Officer identifies issues early, prioritises tasks effectively, and maintains accurate records to support compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This position plays a key role in the smooth daily operation of the school by ensuring classrooms, outdoor areas, and shared spaces remain clean, secure, and in optimal condition for students, staff, and visitors.</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications and Eligibility</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Completion of a trade qualification or Certificate III (or equivalent knowledge and practical experience)</li> <li>NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</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.<br><br> CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.</p> <p>For further information about the School please visit the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.sppg.nsw.edu.au/contact">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;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:&nbsp;</strong>Kathy Neely&nbsp;on&nbsp;02 4821 3304 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:kathy.neely@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Grounds%20Maintenance%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>kathy.neely@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Grounds%20Maintenance%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:kathy.neely@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Grounds%20Maintenance%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">kathy.neely@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries:</strong> 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>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/506683/grounds-maintenance-officer">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>