This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025With an atmosphere more like an adult training institute than a traditional secondary school, North Lake Senior Campus offers opportunities for students to achieve university entry, gain an apprenticeship, traineeship or enter the world of work.As the Senior Gardener - Handyperson, you will work to provide gardening, grounds and facility management to ensure a safe and clean school environment. You will maintain and present the school grounds and gardens in an attractive, clean and tidy condition, and provide 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 duties in accordance with the Departments policies and guidelines.The successful applicant will ideally have good interpersonal and communication skills to maintain accurate gardening records and manage staff performance. You will ideally have strong leadership skills to supervise the tasks and workload undertaken by our Gardener and provide advice and support to the Manager Corporate Services on school grounds and maintenance matters.As a Senior Gardener Handyperson, working knowledge of current Occupational Health and Safety policies is highly regarded to provide students and staff with a safe external environment.Minimum Requirements:obtain a valid Working With Children Checkconsent 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.Application InstructionsOur 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.A two (2) page cover letter demonstrating your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in maintaining grounds and gardens using examples. Include:The steps you take to manage grounds and gardens.Equipment or chemicals you used; andHow you ensure your safety and the safety of others.Apply Online:Click Apply for Job and complete the online application.Have your documents ready to attach.Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 7 March 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Senior Gardener - Handyperson