Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region Safety Bay Senior High School Assistant Gardener - Handyperson 00003690 Level 1, $1, - $1, (pro-rata) per week (GS (Misc.) GA 2023)
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS844464
This is a permanent part-time ( position commencing Term 4, 2023
Safety Bay Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Gardener – Handyperson to join their team.
The Assistant Gardener - Handyperson will provide gardening, grounds and facility management support to ensure a safe and clean school environment. They will maintain and present the school grounds and gardens in an attractive, clean and tidy condition, and provide a suitable growing environment for both soft and hard landscaping, including turf management. The successful applicant will perform minor repairs and maintenance as requested, as well as other Assistant Gardener - Handyperson duties in accordance with the Department’s policies and guidelines.
The successful applicant will ideally possess good interpersonal skills, along with the ability to receive and carry out instructions as required. You will perform tasks and duties using safe work practices and maintain accurate gardening records. The successful applicant should also have effective communication skills to help develop and maintain good working relationships with school staff and external stakeholders.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work-related requirements (selection criteria):
1. Good communication skills
2. Ability to operate and maintain equipment and apply safe working practices.
3. Ability to assist in maintaining both soft and hard landscaped areas.
4. Ability in the practical application and safe use of hand tools.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
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Application Instructions
Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply!
Your application should include:
5. A detailed CV outlining your work history and experience in the context of the role. Your CV should include two (2) work related referees, one being your current Line Manager and;
6. A two (2) page cover letter addressing the Work Related Requirements, in the context of the role and business needs of the school
To submit your application:
7. Click on the “Apply for Job” button located at either the top or bottom of this screen. You can then complete the online application form and attach your CV and any other supporting documents
Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
Eligibility and training requirements
Employees will be required to:
8. provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
9. obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
10. obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
And complete the Department’s:
11. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement
12. induction program within three months of commencement
13. introductory School Gardener training within 3 months of commencement in metropolitan areas or as soon as practicable for regional areas
14. training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
15. training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.
APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS LISTED AND LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
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WORK TYPE: Permanent - Part Time FTE: LOCATION: Safety Bay CLOSING DATE: 2023-10-31 4:00 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD) Position Title Assistant Gardener - Handyperson Agency Department of Education Salary Location Safety Bay Unit/Division Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region Branch Safety Bay Senior High School Work Type Permanent - Part Time Position No. 00003690 Closing Date Position Title Assistant Gardener - Handyperson Branch Safety Bay Senior High School Location Safety Bay Work Type Permanent - Part Time Closing Date Salary Agency Department of Education Company Information Description
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS844464
This is a permanent part-time ( position commencing Term 4, 2023
Safety Bay Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Gardener – Handyperson to join their team.
The Assistant Gardener - Handyperson will provide gardening, grounds and facility management support to ensure a safe and clean school environment. They will maintain and present the school grounds and gardens in an attractive, clean and tidy condition, and provide a suitable growing environment for both soft and hard landscaping, including turf management. The successful applicant will perform minor repairs and maintenance as requested, as well as other Assistant Gardener - Handyperson duties in accordance with the Department’s policies and guidelines.
The successful applicant will ideally possess good interpersonal skills, along with the ability to receive and carry out instructions as required. You will perform tasks and duties using safe work practices and maintain accurate gardening records. The successful applicant should also have effective communication skills to help develop and maintain good working relationships with school staff and external stakeholders.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work-related requirements (selection criteria):
16. Good communication skills
17. Ability to operate and maintain equipment and apply safe working practices.
18. Ability to assist in maintaining both soft and hard landscaped areas.
19. Ability in the practical application and safe use of hand tools.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
Please visit or for more information about Safety Bay Senior High School
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available
For job related information
Application Instructions
Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply!
Your application should include:
20. A detailed CV outlining your work history and experience in the context of the role. Your CV should include two (2) work related referees, one being your current Line Manager and;
21. A two (2) page cover letter addressing the Work Related Requirements, in the context of the role and business needs of the school
To submit your application:
22. Click on the “Apply for Job” button located at either the top or bottom of this screen. You can then complete the online application form and attach your CV and any other supporting documents
Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
Eligibility and training requirements
Employees will be required to:
23. provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
24. obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
25. obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
And complete the Department’s:
26. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement
27. induction program within three months of commencement
28. introductory School Gardener training within 3 months of commencement in metropolitan areas or as soon as practicable for regional areas
29. training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
30. training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.
APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS LISTED AND LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
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