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Maintenance and Grounds person Commencement Date: 17 May 2025, or as negotiated with successful candidate Employment Type: Part Time, Permanent (25 hours per week) Salary Range: Services Level 1 - $30.26 to $31.23 gross per hour plus 12.75% Super Closing Date for Applications: 5:00pm, Thursday 15 May 2025 Mother Of Good Counsel, North Cairns Mother of Good Counsel School is a parish-based Primary School situated in North Cairns, which strives to foster successful learning based on the Gospel values and the tradition of the Mercy Sisters. Mother of Good Counsel School, North Cairns has a strong record of success in achieving good academic outcomes in Literacy and Numeracy. Our whole school approach to research-based best practice and pedagogy by staff, strong parental support and up-to-date learning facilities contribute to this success. About The Role We are currently looking for a Part-Time Maintenance and Groundsperson to join the team. This position would be highly suitable for an applicant that enjoys all aspects of gardening and has maintenance skills. Typical duties performed may include, but are not limited to: Operate and maintain grounds keeping machinery and basic tools, e.g. mowers, line trimmers, drills.Maintain simple records/administration.Maintain school grounds, including but not limited to playgrounds, ovals and surrounds, playing fields, gardens etc.Perform general maintenance tasks and maintain external areas of the school. Maintain appropriate behaviours when engaging with children. For further information about the role, please download the Position Description - 230508 Maintenance and Groundsperson PosD L1.pdf Work Requirements Hold a Working with Children Blue CardBe fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education What we offer Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loadingAccess to salary packaging options to maximise your salary Employer Superannuation Contributions of 12.75% Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous serviceAccess to Employee Assistance Program Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer. To Apply Select ''Apply Now'' to submit your application. For current employees, apply via the ''Employee Login'' tab on the homepage of the Careers website . Equiries Principal Mother of Good Counsel, North Cairns Email: principal.nthcairns@cns.catholic.edu.au Phone: (07) 4053 9700