<p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Utility Officer</strong></p> <p><strong>John Paul II Catholic School</strong></p> <p><strong>Full Time – 1.0 FTE (38 hours per week)</strong></p> <p><strong>Ongoing</strong></p> <p><strong>Start: ASAP</strong></p> <p>At John Paul II Catholic School, we pride ourselves on our outstanding student care, a balanced approach to learning and our close-knit community. We are a small, inclusive primary school where every student is known.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>The Utility Officer plays a vital role in ensuring our school grounds, buildings, and facilities are clean, safe, and well maintained. This position requires a hands‑on, proactive individual with trade-level skills who can coordinate maintenance tasks, supervise others, and respond effectively to daily operational needs.</p> <p>The successful applicant will support the Catholic Identity and Evangelising Mission of the school and work collaboratively with staff, contractors, volunteers, and the broader school community.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities include:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Coordinating daily building and grounds maintenance, including cleaning tasks, rubbish removal, and minor repairs.</li> <li>Overseeing turf care, playground upkeep, and replenishment of soft fall.</li> <li>Planning and undertaking specialised maintenance tasks and small building projects.</li> <li>Maintaining tools, equipment, and chemical storage in line with safety standards.</li> <li>Setting up furniture and equipment for school events and sporting activities.</li> <li>Managing daily security routines, including unlocking/locking buildings.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required Skills, Experience and Attributes</strong></p> <p>We are looking for someone who can:</p> <ul> <li>Work independently with minimal supervision.</li> <li>Communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.</li> <li>Prioritise tasks and manage competing demands.</li> <li>Apply initiative and problem‑solve constructively.</li> <li>Coordinate and supervise others confidently.</li> <li>Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.</li> <li>Demonstrate flexibility, dependability, and sound judgement.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications &amp; Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Valid Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP).</li> <li>Current and satisfactory National Police Criminal History Check.</li> <li>Current Tasmanian driver’s licence.</li> <li>Trade Certificate or Certificate III (or relevant experience).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Join John Paul II Catholic School?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Be part of a welcoming, mission‑driven school community</li> <li>Contribute to meaningful work that supports students, families, and staff</li> <li>A beautiful regional setting, with a collaborative and supportive staff culture.</li> <li>Enjoy a role with variety, autonomy, and opportunities to make a real impact</li> </ul> <p>Catholic Education Tasmania and John Paul II Catholic School are committed to supporting the rights of children and young people and providing a safe and supportive environment for them. The successful candidate will require satisfactory child safety checks and registrations.</p> <p>Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in accordance with the Tasmanian Catholic Education Single Enterprise Agreement 2024.</p> <p>We demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation by encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.</p> <p>Full details on how to apply can be found in the Application Package. The Application Package can be accessed via the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.catholic.tas.edu.au/en/listing/">Catholic Education Tasmania careers page</a>.</p> <p>Applications are to be addressed to Lauren Hall, Acting Principal, John Paul II Catholic School, and be submitted electronically via the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.catholic.tas.edu.au/en/listing/">Catholic Education Tasmania careers page</a> by clicking ‘Apply’.</p> <p><strong>Applications Close: 1.00pm Monday 27 April 2026</strong></p> <p>If you have any further queries regarding your application, please do not hesitate to contact Lauren Hall, Acting Principal, via email: <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:lauren.hall@catholic.tas.edu.au?subject=Utility%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>lauren.hall@catholic.tas.edu.au</a>?subject=Utility%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:lauren.hall@catholic.tas.edu.au?subject=Utility%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">lauren.hall@catholic.tas.edu.au</a>.</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.catholic.tas.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/493244/utility-officer">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>