This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
Malibu School has a strong reputation for providing a high quality education for students whose needs are high and complex. Our aim is to provide a supportive engaging and specialist environment in which students are encouraged to aim for a 'Future Without Limits'. Grounds and office staff, education assistants and social trainers, teachers and leadership teams make up a strong community committed to providing individualised, challenging and rewarding learning experiences that are responsive to students' unique learning needs.
Find out more about our school by visiting malibuschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The successful applicant will provide expert support in liaising with school professional staff to maintain therapeutic and support equipment for both staff and students. Highly desirable skills include the ability to manage the purchasing of consumables and materials, carry out repairs, and operate equipment to ensure safety and functionality at all times. The ability to coordinate and communicate with contractors and create and maintain records is important.
Experience in monitoring and maintaining school plant and machinery, particularly swimming pools and spas, is highly desirable. The successful applicant will ideally display a strong understanding of government safety standards and guidelines, including water quality management, playground equipment upkeep, and signage compliance. A commitment to maintaining secure, hazard-free work areas, effective budget management for machinery and chemicals, and ensuring all safety equipment such as fire extinguishers and first aid supplies are appropriately located and maintained, is highly desirable.
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 Denise Lee, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 9527 9009 or emailing denise.lee2@education.wa.edu.au.
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 must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- 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.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated experience and competency in plant/machinery maintenance and building or construction involving plastics, electronics or electrical applications or a related discipline
- Demonstrated understanding and application of the Occupational Safety and Health Act requirements relevant to the work area.
- Demonstrated good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
- Demonstrated organisational skills and ability to work with minimal supervision.
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: IPS/SS996115
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 four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.00pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 25 February 2026
