This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
If you’re passionate about native landscapes, enjoy working outdoors, and want to help shape an environment where both nature and people can flourish, we encourage you to apply for this wonderful opportunity.
Lesmurdie Senior High School (SHS) is set in the beautiful Perth Hills, our school boasts the best of both worlds, natural bushland on the fringe of a residential area, just 30 minutes from the CBD. Our School Community recognises the guardianship of the traditional owners of the land upon which our school has been established and acknowledges the peaceful, orderly, and welcoming environment our school provides. We are an inclusive school and embrace our growing diversity.
Lesmurdie SHS is a co-educational school catering to over 1000 students, supported by 100 staff. Our commitment to delivering a challenging yet supportive learning environment, allowing students to achieve academic, sporting, and cultural success, has established Lesmurdie SHS as a school of choice in the Perth Hills. Our focus and commitment to providing quality education for over 40 years; our many successful alumni; and our continued strong performance data have seen many families engage with us now for three generations.
Find out more about our school by visiting lesmurdie.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Join our team as a Gardener – Handyperson and play a key role in caring for a truly special school environment nestled within the natural bushlands of the beautiful Perth Hills. This is a unique opportunity for someone with a passion for native landscapes to make a lasting impact on a vibrant school community.
In this role, you should take pride in maintaining and enhancing our extensive grounds, with a strong focus on native bushland management. From caring for turf areas, garden beds, supporting school learning environments and horticulture spaces to nurturing native plants and preserving the natural character of the surrounding bush, your expertise should help create a calm, engaging, and inspiring environment for students and staff alike. You’ll also maintain hard landscaping features such as courts and paved areas, ensuring the school remains safe, functional, and welcoming.
We are ideally seeking someone with experience or a strong interest in native bushland care - knowledge of local flora, sustainable land management practices, weed control, and habitat awareness will be highly valued. Your ability to work with the natural environment, rather than against it, will be key to maintaining the unique character of our school grounds.
Working as part of a collaborative team of two gardeners, you will partner closely with the Manager of Corporate Services as the gardening facilities team to develop safe work procedures, undertake risk assessments, and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) requirements. Your shared commitment to safety, sustainability, and high standards will play an important role in fostering a positive and respectful school culture.
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 Bronwyn Thornton, Manager Corporate Services on 0410 689 375 or by emailing bronwyn.thornton@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Bronwyn Thornton on 0410 689 375.
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.
- Tell us in two (2) pages how your skills and experiences that relate to these selection criteria:
- Demonstrated sound communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated experience in maintaining grounds and gardens, including turf management.
- Demonstrated experience in minor servicing of horticultural/gardening equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Demonstrated knowledge of gardening methods and procedures, including the safe use and storage of gardening equipment, materials and chemicals.
Step 2: Submit your application.
Apply Online:
- Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.
- Have your documents ready to attach.
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/SS1034179
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: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 1 May 2026
