At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain school grounds and create a positive outdoor environment for students and staff.
- Company: Wongan Hills District High School, a vibrant community-focused educational institution.
- Benefits: Permanent full-time role with opportunities for community engagement and personal growth.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Why this job: Join us to cultivate beautiful spaces and foster a vibrant school culture!
- Qualifications: Passion for gardening and maintaining outdoor spaces; teamwork skills are a plus.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2026. The School Wongan Hills District High School (DHS) is a medium-sized district high school situated less than 2 hours' drive north-east of Perth in the stunning Wheatbelt. The school caters for over 200 students from Kindergarten to Year 12.
The Role
Join our team as a Gardener - Handyperson and contribute to fostering a positive learning environment! As a key member, you'll be instrumental in maintaining the school grounds, ensuring they are safe, tidy, and conducive to a positive environment for both students and staff. From overseeing the turf areas, garden beds, and shrubs to managing hard landscaping features like courts and paving, you'll play a vital role in creating an inviting and inspiring outdoor space.
Your commitment to maintaining gardening facilities, equipment, and tools in good condition will be integral to promoting a positive culture within the school. Collaborate with the Manager of Corporate Services to develop safe work procedures, undertake risk assessments, and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation.
If you're passionate about cultivating not just landscapes but also a positive and vibrant school culture, we welcome you to be part of our team!
Eligibility To work with us, you will need to:
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check.
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1065771. Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 23 October 2026.
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Contact Details:
Department of Education, Western Australia Recruitment Team
