Salary Range: $72,782 full-time equivalent plus superannuation
Employment Status: Part-time| 30 hours per fortnight 
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Tuesday, 10 March 2026, Term One

About St Monica's Primary School 

St Monica’s is an inclusive learning community dedicated to supporting students and staff alike. Serving the Canberra suburbs of Evatt, Melba, Spence, McKellar, and surrounding areas, St Monica’s places students at the heart of all we do. Our professional and dedicated team is committed to nurturing the spiritual, social, emotional, and academic growth of every student, supported by a collaborative work environment for staff. Teachers are encouraged to connect with school leadership to explore how our community can support their professional journey and contribute to a shared vision for student success and holistic development.   

About the Role   

The Maintenance Officer is responsible for ensuring that all school buildings, facilities, and grounds are safe, functional, and well‑presented to support a positive learning environment. The role involves completing general repairs, responding promptly to maintenance requests, and coordinating with contractors for specialised work when required. With a proactive and organised approach, the Maintenance Officer identifies issues early, prioritises tasks effectively, and maintains accurate records to support compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This position plays a key role in the smooth daily operation of the school by ensuring classrooms, outdoor areas, and shared spaces remain clean, secure, and in optimal condition for students, staff, and visitors.

Benefits and Opportunities   

• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
• Support for professional development and study opportunities 
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications and Eligibility 

• Completion of a trade qualification or Certificate III (or equivalent knowledge and practical experience)
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance

Application Process   

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

For further information about the School please visit the website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.   

Position-specific queries: Please contact Julie Douglas on 02 6258 5105 or via email julie.douglas@cg.catholic.edu.au.
Application queries: Please contact 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.