This is a permanent part-time (0.5 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027

Pia Wadjarri Remote Community School is situated 70kms from the Shire of Murchison, the only local government authority in Australia not centred in a town or regional centre.

The closest regional centre is Geraldton which is situated 330kms south west of Pia, travelling 220kms on unsealed roads to Yalgoo or Mullewa before 'turning right' on bitumen roads that lead to Geraldton. Although all roads in the Murchison Area are well maintained by the shire, road conditions are subject to the weather with flash floods making it 4WD access only at certain times of the year.

Find out more about our school by visiting piawadjarrircs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

As a Gardener – Handyperson, you will ideally contribute to maintaining safe, tidy and welcoming school grounds that support a positive environment for students, staff and visitors. The role includes caring for turf areas, garden beds, shrubs, trees and other landscaped areas, as well as maintaining courts, paving and other hard surfaces. Duties may also include marking sports areas and completing minor repairs in line with Department policies and procedures.

The successful applicant will ideally assist with maintaining gardening facilities, tools, equipment and machinery in a clean and serviceable condition, including identifying and reporting faults when required. Knowledge of safe work practices is highly regarded, particularly when working with machinery, equipment and hazardous substances.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Peta Newbound, Principal on (08) 9961 3842 or by emailing peta.newbound@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you will need to: 

• obtain a valid Working With Children Check. 
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. 

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply! 

Step 1: Prepare your application. 

Your application should include the following: 

• CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position.  

Step 2: Submit your application. 

Apply Online: 

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.
• Have your documents ready to attach.

Apply Directly to the School: 

• Complete the application form located at the top of this advertisement.
• Email your application form and documents to WadjarriRCS@education.wa.edu.au or
• Hand-deliver your application form and documents to our school reception at either Pia Wadjarri Remote Community School Sixth Ave Pia Wadjarri, South Murchison WA 6335. Or at 52 Kempton st, Bluff Point WA 6530.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS1071513

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a ten (10) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 3.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 27 November 2026