Job Description
Apply now
Job Title:  Grounds Maintenance Officer
Posting Start Date:  18/11/2025
Posting End Date:  03/12/2025
Job Description: 

About the Opportunity

If you are currently employed by Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese, please submit your application via our internal Careers Site on EmployeeConnect. We are excited to support you in the next step of your career.

 

St Joseps Primary Schofields are currently seeking an Ongoing Full-Time Grounds Maintenance Officer, commencing in 2026, to support the upkeep and presentation of our beautiful school grounds. This role has a strong focus on gardening and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for our community.

Whether you’re trade-qualified or bring relevant experience and a passion for outdoor work, we welcome your application.

About The Role

This hands-on, full-time position will see you working both independently and as part of our friendly team to maintain a clean, safe, and vibrant outdoor environment for students, staff, and visitors.

 

Key responsibilties include; 

 

  • General gardening tasks such as planting, pruning, mulching, and weeding

  • Lawn mowing and maintenance using turf machinery

  • Minor grounds repairs and upkeep

  • Applying fertilisers and garden treatments under supervision

  • Assisting with basic maintenance tasks as needed

  • Supporting site safety and security in line with school procedures

About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

 

  • Have experience in gardening or grounds maintenance

  • Be self-motivated and reliable, with a strong work ethic

  • Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines

  • Enjoy working outdoors and take pride in maintaining clean, green spaces

  • Support the mission and ethos of Catholic education

Child Safeguarding Statement

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment, including holding a cleared NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) and compliance with CSPDs Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Children and Students. For more information regarding WWCCs, click here.

Diversity Statement

CSPD strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Apply now