Groundskeeper / Maintenance

About this role

Selection Criteria SC1 Demonstrated ability to undertake a range of maintenance and gardening duties appropriate to a school environment SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment for Grounds and Maintenance SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills. SC4 Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of Occupational Health and Safety and a commitment to work in a safe manner SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area Role Attendance requirement for this position Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs. Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management. The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations. This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management. An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher. Responsibilities • Coordinate the maintenance, use, and upkeep of school buildings, grounds, equipment, and facilities. • Perform minor maintenance and repairs, including basic carpentry, plumbing, locks, furniture, and equipment repairs or disposal in accordance with Department of Education (DE) guidelines. • Maintain school grounds, including garden spaces, rubbish and recycling, insect control, and general outdoor clean-up. • Conduct regular inspections of buildings, roofs, gutters, drains, toilets, sinks, and other facilities to identify and rectify maintenance and OH&S issues. • Obtain and maintain RIIWHS204E Working Safely at Heights accreditation in order to perform working at heights tasks including accessing roof spaces. • Monitor and respond to maintenance requests, urgent works, and inspections. • Coordinate contractors, including inductions, supervision, and ensuring all works comply with DE requirements. • Liaise with service providers to obtain quotes, negotiate costs and service quality, raise purchase orders, and maintain records. • Support emergency management operations and respond appropriately to emergencies, including outside normal working hours when required. • Coordinate the setup and pack-down of school events, including performances and information nights. • Move furniture, equipment, and resources as required. • Safely operate, maintain, and clean machinery and equipment, ensuring storage areas remain clean, safe, and organised. • Maintain safe work practices, comply with OH&S requirements, wear appropriate PPE, and complete required training. • Manage the development and collection of school resource materials. • Liaise with the Assistant Principal, Principal or school administration team to support AIMS requirements, emergency management processes, and compliance obligations relating to school facilities and maintenance. Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position. Diversity and Inclusion The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ). Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected] Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school. Child Safe Standards Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy DE Values The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview Conditions of Employment • All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. • Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. • All staff employed must have a WWCC. • A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. • Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx Location Profile School Vision. Watsonia Heights Primary School has a commitment to providing a safe, caring environment where children are encouraged to develop as individuals and well planned programs are provided to engage students and help them maximise learning opportunities and become lifelong learners. Values. - Success. - Teamwork. - Respect. - Individuality. - Visionary. - Effort. Watsonia Heights Primary School is a medium sized school arranged in multi-aged classes in Junior, Middle and Upper school. The school operates a number of specialist programs which include: Visual Arts, Physical Education, Mandarin, Science, Library, Computer, Music, Reading Recovery, Enrichment and Language Support programs. Watsonia Heights places a strong emphasis on Literacy and Numeracy as well as individual development through quality depth and breadth of curricular programs and extra-curricular activities. Guiding Principles. At Watsonia Heights Primary School great emphasis is placed on developing each individual child to their maximum potential within a society that is constantly changing by: - Identifying individual needs. - Giving equal opportunities to every child to achieve success. - Using a range of teaching styles and strategies. - Providing specialist programs across a diverse range of disciplines and interests. A whole school approach to discipline emphasises anti-bullying and high levels of caring, tolerance and support for others. At Watsonia Heights Primary School classrooms are situated in three main buildings and outside play areas are extensive.