Job Description
Location: Western Region | Ballarat
Job type: Full time / From 06/01/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Economics
Reference: 1443831
Selection Criteria
Applicants are requested to present a written response to the key selection criteria below:
1. Demonstrated experience in a trade area, or building/grounds maintenance.
2. Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain equipment and machinery.
3. A strong understanding of OHS principles and how they apply in a School setting.
4. Demonstrated personal qualities of good communication, reliability and teamwork, and an ability to uphold the School Values.
5. Demonstrated ability to prioritise and structure work tasks and to work efficiently and effectively.
6. Possession of a current Victorian motor vehicle licence. Licences for other vehicles, plant and equipment would be an advantage.
Role
Ballarat High School occupies a significant site in Sturt Street West, Ballarat, and its buildings and grounds appearance contributes to the wider Ballarat community in addition to the School community. The School wishes this pride to continue for many future generations and the work of our Maintenance and Grounds staff are a key aspect of this. Full compliance with all statutory obligations and Department of Education standards are also paramount.
Ballarat High School has a full time Grounds and Maintenance Co-ordinator; this part-time Assistant position would work in association with the Co-ordinator, undertaking a range of tasks to maintain, repair and develop the buildings and site. Further assistance from casual staff is also utilised, as required.
Working hours would be 8.00am until 4.06pm each school day. Attendance is required during the school holiday periods. Annual Leave of 20 days per annum is provided. The VGSA provides ES staff with 10 weeks of leave (4 weeks Annual, plus 6 weeks Additional). To compensate for relinquishing this Additional Leave, a Leave Purchase Allowance will be paid each fortnight.
In order to ensure our operational requirements are met, no more than 2 weeks of Annual Leave can be taken during school holiday periods (per annum).
As an Education Support staff member, the range of duties may be expanded in the future in accordance with the ES Level 1, Range 2 General Duties.
Responsibilities
The following responsibilities are designed to be informative, but not exhaustive, as circumstances and requirements may change over time:
* Carry out general maintenance, preventative maintenance and repairs to ensure school buildings and grounds are in a usable and safe condition.
* Buildings: undertake basic repairs to furniture, locks, doors, hinges, windows, taps, toilets, downpipes, spouts, plaster board, painting, fences/gates, light fittings etc.
* Construct small scale building projects.
* Grounds: mow ovals and grass areas; keep school surrounds clean and tidy, including the use of a leaf and litter vacuum and high-pressure water cleaner; trim, mulch, weed and tidy existing garden areas; develop new gardens and plantings; preparation of ovals and turf cricket wickets for sports programs and community use; collect and remove rubbish/debris.
* General: assist with the implementation of cyclical maintenance programs, including compliance & inspection items; support contractors and tradesmen working on site; keep maintenance workspaces in a clean, safe and orderly condition; undertake equipment maintenance; purchase supplies and equipment; clean up spills and remove graffiti; regularly check Maintenance Log and take appropriate action; move furniture and equipment as required; assist with preparations for special school events; respond to emergency situations and assist where possible; comply with all appropriate OH&S and risk management procedures and actively encourage compliance by others; respond to service requests from staff within a reasonable timeframe; uphold the school values of Pride, Respect and Responsibility; assist in the identification of own training needs; participate in an annual process of Performance Development.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfil the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
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.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, 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 family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.
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.
APPLICATIONS
Enquiries regarding the position can be directed to Mrs. Lesley Thorpe 03 5338 9000.
Please ensure that your application includes:
* A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home).
* A section addressing the key selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section.
* Names and contact numbers (telephone and email) of three referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.
Applications should be submitted via Recruitment Online or a copy of your application can be emailed to Mrs. Tracey Ginn, Personnel Manager, ballarat.hs@education.vic.gov.au marked Confidential – Grounds and Maintenance Assistant, by 4.00pm on the closing date.
Location Profile
Ballarat High School is a learning community where every person is valued, respected, and challenged as a learner. We are entering into the next exciting phase of our journey as a school, and we aim to be leaders in education in order to secure the best possible outcomes for all of our students.
Ballarat High School commenced in 1907 as Agricultural High School and today has a student population of 1500 students. Ballarat High School has a long history and tradition of providing a quality education to the youth of Ballarat.
We endeavour to provide an inclusive, positive, respectful learning environment for all students. We believe in educating the whole person and acknowledge the correlation between student wellbeing, connectedness, and academic achievement.
Our values of Pride, Respect and Responsibility under the motto of Duty Always ensure we build and maintain strong and positive relationships.
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