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Gardener - Handyperson
Branch: Paraburdoo Primary School
Division: Independent Public School - Pilbara Education Region
Salary: Level 2, $1,154.80 - $1,172.60 per week (pro-rata) (GS (Misc.) GA 2023)
Work Type: Permanent - Part Time
FTE: 0.75
Location: Paraburdoo
Closing Date: 2024-08-12 4:30 PM
Attachments: - Applicant Resource - How to Write a CV and Covering Letter Nov18.pdf
- PUBLISHED JDF -Generic - GardenerHandyperson - Schools - L2 - Jan 2020 (1).pdf
- applicant resource - applying for cleaner, gardener or domestic position mar2020.pdf

This is a permanent part-time (0.75 FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2024

At Paraburdoo Primary School, our purpose is to ensure every child is provided with every opportunity every day to develop the skills and knowledge they require to become resilient, well balanced, successful individuals who function positively in society and throughout life.

We are on Yinhawangka country and strongly promote cultural awareness and respect.

Paraburdoo Primary School caters for approximately 200 to 250 students from Kindergarten to Year 6 in the Ashburton Shire of the Pilbara. It is the only school in town with enrolments fluctuating depending on the strength of the mining industry. We are a multicultural community, embracing families from around Australia and neighbouring countries.

Find out more about our school by visiting Paraburdoo Primary School or Schools Online

The Role

As a Gardener - Handyperson, you will be responsible for maintaining and presenting our school grounds in an attractive, clean and tidy manner. The successful applicant will be tasked with gardening duties, grounds and facility management and various other duties as outlined in the Job Description Form attached to ensure a safe, vibrant, and clean school environment.

The Gardener - Handyperson will work as part of a team providing gardening, grounds, and facility management to ensure a safe and clean school environment. You will also be responsible for maintaining and providing a suitable growing environment for both soft and hard landscaping, including turf management. The successful applicant will perform minor repairs and maintenance as requested, as well as other Gardener - Handyperson’s duties using safe work practices and in accordance with the Department's policies and guidelines.

To be successful in this role you should possess knowledge of gardening methods and procedures, including the safe use and storage of gardening equipment, materials, and chemicals. Experience in servicing gardening equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks is 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 Karen Gaff, Manager Corporate Services on 08 5125 4000 or karen.gaff@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 will need to: 

  • obtain a valid Working With Children Check  
  • consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.  
  • 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.  
  • In a one (1) page cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role.

Step 2: Submit your application. 

Apply Online: 

  1. Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.
  2. 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/SS910221

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 12 August 2024


ATTACHMENTS: - Applicant Resource - How to Write a CV and Covering Letter Nov18.pdf
- PUBLISHED JDF -Generic - GardenerHandyperson - Schools - L2 - Jan 2020 (1).pdf
- applicant resource - applying for cleaner, gardener or domestic position mar2020.pdf


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Position Title
Gardener - Handyperson

Agency
Department of Education
Salary
Level 2, $1,154.80 - $1,172.60 per week (pro-rata) (GS (Misc.) GA 2023)
Location
Paraburdoo
Unit/Division
Independent Public School - Pilbara Education Region
Branch
Paraburdoo Primary School
Work Type
Permanent - Part Time
Position No.
00003423
Closing Date
2024-08-12 4:30 PM
Position Title
Gardener - Handyperson
Branch
Paraburdoo Primary School

Location
Paraburdoo
Work Type
Permanent - Part Time
Closing Date
2024-08-12 4:30 PM
Salary
Level 2, $1,154.80 - $1,172.60 per week (pro-rata) (GS (Misc.) GA 2023)
Agency
Department of Education
Company Information
Description

This is a permanent part-time (0.75 FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2024

At Paraburdoo Primary School, our purpose is to ensure every child is provided with every opportunity every day to develop the skills and knowledge they require to become resilient, well balanced, successful individuals who function positively in society and throughout life.

We are on Yinhawangka country and strongly promote cultural awareness and respect.

Paraburdoo Primary School caters for approximately 200 to 250 students from Kindergarten to Year 6 in the Ashburton Shire of the Pilbara. It is the only school in town with enrolments fluctuating depending on the strength of the mining industry. We are a multicultural community, embracing families from around Australia and neighbouring countries.

Find out more about our school by visiting Paraburdoo Primary School or Schools Online

The Role

As a Gardener - Handyperson, you will be responsible for maintaining and presenting our school grounds in an attractive, clean and tidy manner. The successful applicant will be tasked with gardening duties, grounds and facility management and various other duties as outlined in the Job Description Form attached to ensure a safe, vibrant, and clean school environment.

The Gardener - Handyperson will work as part of a team providing gardening, grounds, and facility management to ensure a safe and clean school environment. You will also be responsible for maintaining and providing a suitable growing environment for both soft and hard landscaping, including turf management. The successful applicant will perform minor repairs and maintenance as requested, as well as other Gardener - Handyperson’s duties using safe work practices and in accordance with the Department's policies and guidelines.

To be successful in this role you should possess knowledge of gardening methods and procedures, including the safe use and storage of gardening equipment, materials, and chemicals. Experience in servicing gardening equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks is 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 Karen Gaff, Manager Corporate Services on 08 5125 4000 or karen.gaff@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 will need to: 

  • obtain a valid Working With Children Check  
  • consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.  
  • 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.  
  • In a one (1) page cover letter, share with us how your skills and experiences match this role.

Step 2: Submit your application. 

Apply Online: 

  1. Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application.
  2. 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/SS910221

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 12 August 2024

Attachments
- Applicant Resource - How to Write a CV and Covering Letter Nov18.pdf
- PUBLISHED JDF -Generic - GardenerHandyperson - Schools - L2 - Jan 2020 (1).pdf
- applicant resource - applying for cleaner, gardener or domestic position mar2020.pdf


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