Groundsman Service Officer - San Sisto College, CARINA

San Sisto College, Carina is seeking a dedicated Groundsman Service Officer to maintain and enhance the College’s grounds and facilities, ensuring a safe, welcoming and well-presented environment for students, staff and the wider school community.

Take pride in maintaining vibrant gardens, lush lawns, and top-quality sports ovals, creating a welcoming environment for all.

Location: San Sisto College - Carina (S)

Start date: Commencing January 2027

Work hours: 38.00 hours per week

Salary: Level 2 $32.50 ph + 12.75% Super (Salary Scale)

Status: Full Time Continuing

Ad close date: 4th October 2026

Contact: [email protected] | (07) 3900 9800

In this position you will be responsible for:

Maintain school grounds and facilities to ensure a safe, clean and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors.

Perform routine groundskeeping duties including mowing, landscaping, waste management, litter collection and general site presentation.

Assist with the setup and pack down of school events, assemblies, sporting activities and community functions.

Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment, machinery and tools in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements.

Undertake routine maintenance, minor repairs and facility inspections across the school site.

Monitor and respond to maintenance requests, liaising with staff, contractors and service providers as required.

Support the coordination and supervision of contractors on site and assist with sourcing materials and supplies.

Contribute to the security of the school through opening and locking facilities and conducting site checks.

Provide transport support for student excursions, events and activities when required and appropriately licensed.

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

Knowledge of maintaining playing surfaces, including fertilising, seeding, and turfing

Ability to assist in preparing ovals for sporting events and carnivals

Skilled in safely operating and maintaining small machinery, ensuring safety for all

Experience in equipment and plant maintenance, following the grounds maintenance plan

Ability to assist in ordering and purchasing materials for maintenance tasks

Relevant tertiary qualifications at Certificate III level, or completion of an apprenticeship

For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment

Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards :

Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)

Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre

Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options

Active staff social club and wellness programs

Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.

Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility . The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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