Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS631717
This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2020
WA College of Agriculture – Harvey is seeking to appoint a dedicated and motivated individual to the role of Technical Officer – Agricultural Instruction – Gardening.
Suitable applicants will be responsible for the care and maintenance of the College campus gardens, lawns and ovals. You will contribute to the College’s landscape committee and may be required to assist other farm staff from time to time. You will have the ability to work as part of a practical team and instruct secondary students from Year 10 to Year 12.
Suitable applicants will be required to hold or obtain a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment within 12 months of commencement, hold a C class driver’s licence and will also be required to obtain a HR class driver’s licence within 12 months of gaining the position.
The WA College of Agriculture - Harvey is located about 1.5 hours south of Perth, Western Australia, and is 20 minutes from the Ocean and 30 minutes north of Bunbury. It is situated in the heart of the Harvey irrigation district, which services the dairy and horticulture industries and enjoys access to a significant range of agricultural industry and recreation opportunities. It consists of the College Farm (930 Ha) across two sites, Residential Buildings, Classrooms, Trade Training Workshops and Administration.
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.
Please note: The salary level for this position will be determined after the successful applicant is assessed as addressing all eligibility and selection criteria indicated in the relevant attached JDF in the context of the outcomes and selection criteria described.
The highest rate an applicant can start at as a L1 is Level 1.4 (as negotiated with the principal). However, applicants may still be able to commence at a L2.1 or L3.1 if suitably qualified or with requisite experience.
Level 2, $62,172 - $67,256 per annum (PSCA 2019)
Level 3, $70,896 - $76,717 per annum (PSCA 2019)
Applications will be assessed against the work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
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.
Further information about WA College of Agriculture – Harvey can be found by visiting www.harveyag.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information
You are encouraged to contact Geoffrey Howell, Farm Manager for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Wokalup, by telephoning (08) 9782 2100 or emailing geoffrey.howell@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A four (4) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager)
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 5 June 2020.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.