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Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities - Charters Towers Central State School


Company : Queensland Department of Education


Location : Townsville, Australia


Created : 2025-06-26


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Charters Towers Central State School is seeking a Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities, to join the team.In this role, you will support the leadership team by maintaining high standards of the schools grounds and facilities through routine tasks performed independently, with supervision provided for non-routine duties.This is a permanent part-time position, working 36 hours per fortnight at a 0.47 FTE.This is a OO2 progression position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the OO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the OO3 level once specific criteria have been met. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of OO2 to OO3 classification range.About The SchoolCharters Towers Central State School is located just over 1km from the Charters Towers CBD and offers a supportive and engaging learning environment from Prep to Year 6. Our dedicated staff present the curriculum in an integrated and inspiring way to help students reach their full potential. The school features well-maintained facilities, including large undercover areas, a hall, playgrounds, a sports oval, and flexible learning spaces surrounded by gardens.Your OpportunityAs the Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities, you will contribute to the efficient and effective operation and environment of the school by providing a high level of grounds and facilities support to the Principal, Business Manager, or nominated delegate.You will perform a range of activities to ensure that the school is maintained to a high standard; follow set instructions; and have independence to perform a variety of day-to-day services that are routine in nature. The role receives regular supervision when undertaking duties that are non-routine.You will not be required to perform tasks that require the services of a qualified tradesperson.The position reports directly to the Principal, Business Manager, or nominated delegate.Your ResponsibilitiesYour responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Supporting security duties such as maintaining security systems, banking funds (transport and deposit), and locking/unlocking buildings within core hours.Assisting with duties including clearing drains and gutters, waste collection, cleaning outside normal hours, rubbish removal, and supporting school events.Ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety requirements, including safe storage of chemicals, hazard reporting, equipment maintenance, and tool management.Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.Interested? To ApplyAttach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees familiar with your relevant work history.We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for similar vacancies within the Department.Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.When working in regulated employment, an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.The salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family-inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.Occupational group: Education & Training #J-18808-Ljbffr