<p>We're seeking a skilled Non-trade Qualified Grounds Maintenance Employee whose principal duties are to support the other services of a school, including but not limited to cleaning, building and grounds maintenance, bus driving and vehicle maintenance.&nbsp;<br><br>Your responsibilities will include;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Applies knowledge and skills to a range of tasks and roles;</li> <li>Usually works within routines, methods and procedures, but some discretion is involved in selection of equipment, work organisation, services and actions;</li> <li>Is provided with routine supervision of straightforward tasks, moving to general direction.</li> <li>Does not have a trade qualification (Certificate III), but has a skill level which assumes and requires knowledge, training or experience relevant to the duties to be performed;</li> <li>Carry out general handyman tasks with the sound knowledge and understanding of WHS procedures in carpentry when performing minor repairs or minor maintenance tasks;</li> <li>Liaise with contractors in the event of an emergency situation and organising repair works, in consultation with the Principal's delegate;</li> <li>Supervising contractors and deliveries at the school, during school hours, ensuring the safety of the students and staff;</li> <li>Undertaking general gardening tasks including preparation and planting procedures, grass areas are mowed on a regular basis;</li> <li>Applying fertilisers, fungicides, herbicides and insecticides under general supervision and wearing protective equipment;</li> <li>Responsible for the cleanliness of the school grounds at all times;</li> <li>Responsible for ensuring the school motor vehicle is maintained and serviced on a regular basis;</li> <li>Responsible for ensuring the school motor vehicle is ready for use at all times (eg. fuel, tyres, clean);</li> <li>Undertake any other duties as requested by the Principal and/or Principal’s Delegate. This may include operation of the school’s security system when commencing/finishing a shift;</li> </ul> <p>Requirements of the Position:</p> <ul> <li>Employees are required to support the mission, teachings and ethos of the Catholic Church's work in schools;</li> <li>Demonstrate the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team;</li> <li>Demonstrate the ability to follow direction, prioritise and meet set deadlines;</li> <li>Demonstrate interpersonal skills in working with a range of personnel;</li> <li>Demonstrate initiative to prioritise and carry out school maintenance tasks to minimise WHS issues that may arise;</li> <li>Active member of WHS team to ensure the safety of staff and students;</li> <li>Must have at minimum a current New South Wales full car (Class C) motor vehicle licence;</li> <li>Adhere to safety procedures and regular safety training to carry out all tasks with care.</li> </ul> <p>Work, Health and Safety</p> <ul> <li>Maintenance and outdoor work must be performed within nominated areas and hours to ensure that Work, Health and Safety and security policies, procedures and arrangements are not breached;</li> <li>Personal protective equipment is provided and must be used for specific tasks.&nbsp; This includes sun protection for workers engaged in outdoor activities;</li> <li>Appropriate footwear is required at all times;</li> <li>A report of incidents and dangerous hazards must be advised to the supervisor on the date of incident, and the immediate danger of any hazard must be removed.</li> </ul> <p>It is essential that you;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Have demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team</li> <li>Have demonstrated ability to follow direction, prioritise and meet set deadlines</li> <li>Have demonstrated interpersonal skills in working with a range of personnel</li> <li>Support the mission, teachings and ethos of the Catholic Church’s work in schools</li> </ul> <p><strong>The Organisation<br><br></strong>Catholic Education within the Diocese of Parramatta provides quality learning and teaching in a faith-centred environment in its primary and secondary schools and for early learning and out of school hours care centres in western Sydney. One of the largest employers in western Sydney, Catholic Education's recruitment, selection and appointment processes reflect its purpose and intent, and that is to provide quality Catholic schooling by strengthening the professional lives of staff, and to improve the learning outcomes for each student within a Catholic faith community.</p> <p><img src="https://az29734.vo.msecnd.net/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File">&nbsp;<a href="https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=Fwg6i4Eli-CNf0AdFHyHwGpaA4SwT3hNVayNrksDK8rUriUIW4mJ4tg-HNNIo1VsKFMLWD3u7sU%7e">Fact Sheet for Applicants - Pre-employment Health Assessment (1).pdf</a></p>