Permanent appointment
North Regional TAFE is the largest provider of training and vocational services in the north of Western Australia, servicing industries and communities across a region exceeding one million square kilometres. North Regional TAFE has eleven campuses – from Karratha in the south to Kununurra in the north – with the College’s three largest delivery centres at Broome, South Hedland and Karratha. The College delivers over 160 nationally recognised and industry endorsed qualifications each year to over 6,000 students. Training is also offered in non-accredited programs, short courses, work-readiness programs, literacy and numeracy, and skill sets.
The College is a major contributor to social capital in the region with an annual budget of $59 million and approximately 300 staff.
North Regional TAFE is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply
Find out more by visiting our website: www.northregionaltafe.wa.edu.au
About the role:
This position is responsible for the maintenance of College buildings, fixtures, grounds, gardens and equipment and in addition participating in minor building projects and improvements to the campus facilities. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate possession of considerable experience and knowledge in Horticulture; possessing general maintenance skills and practical experience, with proven ability in reading and understanding written instructions and applying safety principles. They will also need to be able to work within a team but with minimal supervision. Being physically capable of undertaking all duties of the position, which includes manual handling, is also an essential requirement.
Work Benefits:
Our employees are covered by industrial agreements providing a significant range of employment benefits including:
- Five (5) weeks paid leave
- Access to an additional two (2) weeks Accrued Days Off
- Air-conditioning allowance (subject to eligibility)
- Generous annual travel subsidy
District Allowance Payment is paid according to the following:
- Subject to eligibility
- Public Service & Government Officers General Agreement 2014 and Government Officers’ Salaries, Allowances and Conditions Award 1989
- Department of Commerce Labour Relations advice Circular to Departments
Current Rates as at 3 July 2015, Circular 4 of 2015 District Allowance Rates
For Further Job Related Information:
Murray Levis, Campus Manager Pilbara on (08) 9159 6778 or Murray.Levis@nrtafe.wa.edu.au or apply now!
Ready to Apply?
Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit:
- Current Resume including two (2) professional referees
- A written application addressing the selection criteria outlined in the attached JDF
Advertised Reference Number: NRG035.18S
To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button. If you are experiencing any technical difficulties, please contact Training Sector Employee Services on (08) 9203 3735.
Other Conditions and Eligibility:
Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card.
To be eligible for appointment Australian Citizenship or permanent residency is essential.
This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months.
Should no suitable applicant be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date.
Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Applications close Friday 5 May 2018 at 4:00pm (WST).