About the Opportunity

Bede Polding College, South Windsor is seeking a skilled Grounds Maintenance Officer who will be responsible to support the other services of a school, including but not limited to cleaning, building and grounds maintenance. 

We warmly invite applications from those with the experience, skills, or qualifications to make a meaningful contribution to our vibrant school community. In this role, you will play an integral part in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-presented environment for our students and staff. Key Responsibilities include: 

• Carrying out general repair and maintenance tasks

• Supporting gardening and horticultural work, including preparation, planting, and ongoing care of garden areas

• Operating, maintaining, and adjusting turf and grounds machinery under general supervision

• Assisting with the safe application of fertilisers, fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides

• Responding to alarms, following emergency procedures, preparing incident reports, and helping ensure the security of school buildings

• Working alongside qualified tradespersons to support building and furniture maintenance

• Undertaking additional duties as requested by the Principal or Principal’s Delegate, which may include operating the school’s security system at the beginning or end of a shift

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.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be required to meet the following criteria:

• While a Trade qualification (Certificate III) is not essential, you must have a skill level supported by relevant knowledge, training, or experience suited to the duties of the position. A trade qualification is highly desirable

• Ability to complete a pre-employment medical assessment with our partnering provider to a satisfactory standard

• A valid Working With Children Check (Employee)

The Organisation

CSPD is committed to responding to the needs of all students. With over 5,000 employees located across 80 primary and secondary schools and office communities, our aim is to transform learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 43,500 students while enriching the professional lives of staff.

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.