Maintenance Officer / School Bus Driver

Good Samaritan Catholic College, Hinchinbrook (see more jobs from this school)

HINCHINBROOK, NSW 


Gardeners / Maintenance

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.63 FTE)

Applications Close: 19 July 2026



<p><strong>Good Samaritan Catholic College Hinchinbrook</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate or by negotiation<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Sunday, 19 July 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Part-Time (48 hours per fortnight), Temporary</p> <p><strong>Why Join Us</strong></p> <p>Join<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/"> Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a>, NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At Good Samaritan Catholic College, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning. We offer:</p> <ul> <li>hourly rate of $28.71 up to $33.17, plus an additional allowance for broken shifts (unaveraged conditions, work year round)</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li> <li>health and wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport</li> <li>a wide range of further <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/careers/rewards-benefits">rewards and benefits</a>.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Our School</strong></p> <p>Good Samaritan Catholic College is a welcoming, values-driven Year 7-12 community of over 1,300 students. Built on compassion, respect and service, we're committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where both staff and students can perform at their best.</p> <p>This position supports our partner schools through pick-up and drop-off services. The role offers consistent hours from Tuesday to Friday, providing a steady routine that can work well alongside family life, study, or other commitments.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>This is a dual-role position combining school bus driving with general maintenance duties at the St Joseph Trades Skills Centre.</p> <p><strong>Work Schedule (Tuesday-Friday)</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Tuesday:</strong> 11:30am - 7:30pm</li> <li><strong>Wednesday:</strong> 11:30am - 7:30pm</li> <li><strong>Thursday:</strong> 9:00am - 2:00pm <i>(fortnightly only)</i></li> <li><strong>Friday:</strong> 9:00am - 4:00pm</li> </ul> <p><strong>Bus Driving</strong></p> <p>You will operate a <strong>25-seater mini bus</strong>, safely transporting students between local Catholic schools.</p> <p><strong>Bus Driving Hours (additional allowance for broken shifts below):</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Tuesday:</strong> 12:00pm - 1:30pm and 6:00pm - 7:30pm</li> <li><strong>Wednesday:</strong> 12:00pm - 1:30pm and 6:00pm - 7:30pm</li> <li><strong>Friday:</strong> 1:20pm - 2:50pm</li> </ul> <p>Responsibilities Include:</p> <ul> <li>safe student transport to and from school</li> <li>conducting routine vehicle checks (fuel, cleanliness, safety).</li> </ul> <p><strong>General Maintenance &amp; Grounds Duties</strong></p> <p>Outside of driving times (approximately <strong>16.5 hours per week</strong>), you will support the upkeep of the St Joseph Trades Skills Centre.</p> <p>Core Duties Include:</p> <ul> <li>collecting rubbish and maintaining clean classrooms, offices and outdoor areas</li> <li>cleaning workshop benches, shared spaces and gym equipment</li> <li>replenishing consumables (soap, paper towels)</li> <li>conducting basic equipment and machinery checks</li> <li>supporting general site presentation and safety</li> <li>weeding, mowing and trimming grounds</li> <li>maintaining garden beds and planter boxes</li> <li>pressure cleaning walkways and surfaces</li> <li>checking furniture, tools and equipment for damage.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What you'll bring:</strong></p> <ul> <li>LR driver's licence with a clean driving record</li> <li>solid understanding of safe driving practices</li> <li>ability to complete basic maintenance tasks.</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>Click 'Apply' to submit your CV, cover letter and three referees.</p> <p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People &amp; Culture Services team.</p> <p>If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).</p> <p><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong>&nbsp;<br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JUwVWhBzKqBWyEfCRxJ0Ex20ylDWvMDd/view?usp=sharing">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.</p> <p><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong>&nbsp;<br> This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.</p> <p><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i><br><br> &nbsp;</p>