Schools Officer, Grounds and Facilities at Harris Fields State School

About the Role

Join the team at Harris Fields State School as a Schools Officer specializing in Grounds and Facilities. This hands-on position focuses on preserving a secure, appealing, and well-maintained environment to support the learning experience for students, staff, and the broader school community. The successful candidate will be appointed at the initial classification level of this progressive role, with opportunities to advance upon meeting specific criteria. The provided salary spans both classification levels.

School Overview

Harris Fields State School, serving Prep to Year 6 students and located in Logan City, strives to deliver exceptional education within a safe, inclusive, and supportive atmosphere. Emphasis is placed on student wellbeing, fostering positive relationships, and engaging community partnerships, thereby empowering each student academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily tasks such as handling mail, parcels, and messages; operate printing and photocopying equipment; prepare classrooms for exams and assemble activity halls—including moving and arranging furniture as needed.
• Conduct general store duties, including receiving, checking, storing, and distributing school supplies; maintain updated registers and perform stocktaking alongside asset recording and engraving of equipment and furniture.
• Support school security operations by managing security systems, transporting and depositing school funds securely, and locking or unlocking buildings during core hours.
• Perform grounds maintenance tasks like clearing drains and gutters, collecting waste and recyclables as agreed, undertaking immediate cleaning needs outside normal cleaning hours, and coordinating rubbish disposal.
• Assist with preparations and logistics for major school events such as fetes, plays, and sporting activities.

Application Information

• Submit a concise resume listing two referees knowledgeable about your related work experience.
• Provide a one-page written statement addressing the role description.
• The recruitment process is inclusive; applicants may indicate any support requirements.
• Applications remain valid for 12 months and may be considered for similar positions within the department.
• Applications via recruitment agencies will not be accepted.