Location: Manuka, Canberra
Employment Type: Full-time, Temporary
Salary: $78,931 - $86,217 plus Superannuation

Closing Date: 11.55pm, Monday 6 May 2024

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education both in the ACT and NSW operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and 8 Early Learning Centres.

The Catholic Education Office is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.  

About the Role

As a member of the Facilities and Maintenance team, you will be responsible for maintaining school buildings, grounds, infrastructure and equipment to the highest possible standard to provide an efficient, effective and safe teaching and learning environment for staff and students.

Benefits

• Positive and collaborative workplace culture 
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
• Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
• Support for professional development and study opportunities 

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance tasks as directed by the team
• Manage door hardware and lock systems in schools
• Respond to school requests for assistance with maintenance items
• Work with contractors to assist them in undertaking more extensive school maintenance works
• Drive the CE maintenance vehicle and trailer
• Attendance to remote and regional schools with potential to work away from home overnight at times

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated experience in a maintenance role with skill levels and required knowledge and training equivalent to the completion of a trade qualification in your area of expertise
• Sound computer literacy skills for email, ordering and managing the schools maintenance scheduling program
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislation that relates to buildings, construction and Work Health and Safety
• Organised with a demonstrated ability to multi-task to ensure work is adequately prioritised and completed to a high standard within timeframes
• Self-motivated with a strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously and be responsible and accountable for own work while working as part of a team

Qualifications

• Current working with children registration/clearance 
• Current driver’s license with a minimum light rigid license or willingness to acquire one is required to drive the College bus
• Qualified carpenter, or suitable similar trade and experience
• Elevated Work Platform license required
• Experience in driving a work van and standard box trailer

Desirable

• Scissor lift operator
• White card, working at heights and asbestos certified

Please refer to the position description for an in-depth detail regarding position duties, criteria and skill set required.

Position Description