Job Description
Job Title:  Grounds Maintenance Officer
Posting Start Date:  19/11/2025
Posting End Date:  28/11/2025
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.

 

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

About the Opportunity

We welcome applications from individuals who bring the relevant experience or qualifications to support the needs of our school community. In this role, you will contribute to the upkeep, safety, and presentation of our grounds and facilities. 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

 

We value individuals who take pride in their work, contribute positively to our school environment, and support the smooth running of our facilities.

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 medical assessment with our partnering provider to a satisfactory standard.

  • A valid Working With Children Check (WWCC).

 

These requirements ensure we maintain a safe and supportive environment for our students, staff, and wider school community.

Apply Now!

We invite you to submit your application, including:

 

  • A cover letter addressed to our Principal Leader, Greg Malone

  • A resume outlining your relevant experience and qualifications (if applicable)

 

Please note that interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date. We encourage early applications.

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.