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Job Title:  Grounds Maintenance Officer
Posting Start Date:  23/02/2026
Posting End Date:  15/03/2026
Job Description: 

Ground Maintenance Officer - St Oliver's Primary Harris Park

St Oliver’s Primary School, Harris Park is seeking a reliable and motivated Grounds Maintenance & Facilities Officer to join our team in a temporary part-time capacity, working two days per week (7:00am – 1:30pm), preferably Mondays and Thursdays.

This hands-on role is essential in maintaining a safe, functional and welcoming environment for our students, staff and visitors. Working closely with the Principal and Business Manager, you will support the day-to-day upkeep of the school’s grounds and facilities.

About the Role

Key responsibilities include:

  • Undertaking general maintenance and handyman tasks (including basic carpentry, plumbing, painting and minor repairs), ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with WHS requirements

  • Maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of the school grounds, including rubbish collection, minor landscaping, mowing and general gardening duties

  • Assisting with deliveries, contractor coordination and the set-up of school events as required

  • Locking and unlocking buildings and gates, and operating the school’s security systems

  • A trade qualification is not required; however, relevant experience, practical skills and the ability to work independently are essential.

The Benefits

  • Competitive remuneration and benefits

  • Up to 25% off school fees for your children

  • Wellbeing initiatives and resources

  • Professional growth and development opportunities 

  • Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees

  • State-of-the-art facilities and a supportive team

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

  • Relevant experience in grounds maintenance, general maintenance or a similar hands-on role

  • Practical skills across a range of minor repair and maintenance tasks
    Sound understanding of Workplace Health & Safety requirements

  • The ability to work independently and manage time effectively

  • Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean and safe environment

  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and contractors

  • Working with Children Check clearance

  • Relevant Tertiary Qualifications (desirable)

Work, Health and Safety

  • Work must be performed within nominated areas and hours to ensure that WHS and security policies, procedures and arrangements are not breached;

  • Personal protective equipment must be used for relevant tasks, including sun protection for workers engaged in outdoor activities;

  • Appropriate footwear is required at all times;

  • Adhere to safety procedures to carry out all tasks with care.

About Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD)

St Oliver's Primary Harris Park is part of CSPD, a network of 83 schools dedicated to transforming learning for over 40,000 students. With 5,000+ educators, CSPD provides the resources and professional development to help teachers thrive.

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CSPD’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children’s Guardian here. 

If you are determined to make a difference and want to join a diverse organisation committed to transforming lives through faith-based education, click on the APPLY button.  To find out more about CSPD go to https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/  or follow us on LinkedIn.

CSPD promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

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