This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2026

Help Shape the Environment Where Students Succeed!

Are you an experienced and motivated gardener with practical maintenance skills? Narrogin Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a dedicated Senior Gardener/Handyperson to join our team and play a vital role in maintaining our school grounds and facilities.

At Narrogin SHS, we pride ourselves on providing a safe, welcoming and well-maintained learning environment where students and staff can thrive. As Senior Gardener/Handyperson, you will make a meaningful contribution to the school community by ensuring our grounds are presented to a high standard and our facilities remain functional, safe and inviting.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a supportive and collaborative team where your skills, initiative and commitment are valued. If you take pride in your work, enjoy working outdoors, and are passionate about creating quality environments for young people to learn and grow, we encourage you to apply.

The Role

The successful applicant will maintain the school grounds including turf areas, garden beds, shrubs and trees to ensure that they are presented in a safe and tidy state as far as conditions allow, providing students and staff with a safe external learning environment. Part of the role includes, performing tasks and duties using safe work practices, including following Safety Data Sheet guidelines, in a timely manner with minimal disruption to students and staff. The successful applicant would manage hazardous substances in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) legislation, including maintaining Safety Data records as required.

The desired applicant should possess good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate and supervise staff. You will ideally have experience in servicing horticultural/gardening equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks.

About the School

Narrogin SHS is a genuine comprehensive educational institution on a whole-school improvement journey, encompassing the Plan for Public Education in Western Australia and Teaching for Impact framework with a clear direction based on student outcomes. We have a strong academic focus that reflects the aspirations and expectations of our school community, an outstanding sporting program, and a diverse range of upper school pathways, including the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) program. This diverse context also enables us to deliver a range of programs that cater for students' diverse abilities, interests, and future pathways.

The nostalgic two-storey structure of the school has pride of place in the town and has been built on the highest point in the district, offering sweeping views of the town and the hinterlands. Our extensive school grounds include a Hospitality Trade Training Facility with a student-run café, a reasonably new Administration building, and dedicated Music and Performing Arts centres. Narrogin SHS draws students from all directions, including Boddington, Wickepin, Pingelly, and Wagin.

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

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 Peter Trefort, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9881 9307 or emailing Peter.Trefort@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; and
• A cover letter with one (1) example from your experience that best shows your knowledge, skills, and abilities in maintaining grounds and gardens. Include:
  • The steps you take to manage grounds and gardens.
  • Equipment or chemicals you used; and
  • How you ensure your safety and the safety of others.

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 daphnemae.salamatin@education.wa.edu.au; or
• Hand-deliver your application form and documents to our school reception at 45 Gray Street, Narrogin, WA, 6312.

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/SS1063040

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, 4 September 2026