Grounds / Farm / Maintenance Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity for a reliable and proactive Grounds / Farm / Maintenance Assistant to join the supportive team at James Sheahan CHS, Orange. The Grounds / Farm / Maintenance Assistant plays an important role in supporting the daily operations of the school by ensuring the grounds, facilities and learning environments are safe, well-maintained and welcoming for students, staff and visitors.

This position contributes to the overall presentation and functionality of the school environment and helps create a positive first impression for the broader school community. The successful applicant will work under the direction of the School Principal and will be responsible for a range of grounds, maintenance and general operational duties.

We are seeking a Grounds / Farm / Maintenance Assistant who can support the effective operation of the school by:

• Maintaining and caring for lawns, gardens, sporting ovals, grounds and outdoor spaces.
• Preparing ovals and sporting areas for school events, carnivals and other activities as required.
• Safely operating and maintaining machinery and equipment relevant to the role.
• Assisting with general maintenance tasks across buildings, furniture, equipment and school facilities.
• Supporting the cleanliness, good order and presentation of grounds, storage areas and maintenance workspaces.
• Assisting with the preparation of classrooms, furniture, equipment and fittings at the beginning of each school term and as required.
• Attending to maintenance requests as directed by the School Principal.
• Undertaking periodic cleaning and maintenance of roof gutters, drains and sumps.
• Liaising with and monitoring external contractors where required to ensure work is completed to a satisfactory standard.
• Following all workplace health and safety procedures, including reporting hazards and taking reasonable care for the safety of self and others.

The new Grounds / Farm / Maintenance Assistant will:

• Be able to work without supervision and to a deadline.
• Comply with WHS regulations.
• Have excellent manual and equipment/tool operational and maintenance experience.
• Have experience in building and ground maintenance.
• Have experience in livestock and farm maintenance (an advantage).
• Possess good team, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have a current WWCC and a current driver’s licence (LR/MR/HR licence would be an advantage).
• Be able to perform heavy lifting; lift and move furniture, equipment and supplies (this is on occasion and sometimes required to be done up and down stairs).
• Be highly organised with attention to detail (cleanliness of workplace/surroundings).
• Have a keen interest in gardening and grounds.
• Be willing to support and provide assistance where necessary.

Our staff are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst. Some benefits include:

• A positive, engaging and supportive workplace culture.
• Opportunities for ongoing training, professional learning and development.
• The opportunity to contribute to the life and mission of a Catholic school community.
• The benefits of being part of a larger network within the Catholic Education system.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is committed to a culture where children are safe, supported and nurtured to grow and develop. The protection and wellbeing of children and young people is based upon the belief that each person is made in the image and likeness of God, and that the inherent dignity of all should be recognised and fostered.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position. Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening. Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.