<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>At St. Patrick’s College, we take pride in our rich history and vibrant community. As we grow and evolve, we’re excited to welcome passionate and dedicated individuals to join our thriving educational environment. With several long-serving staff members retiring, we are in a unique position to offer a number of full-time opportunities. If you have a passion for innovation, a commitment to excellence, and the skills to bring energy and expertise to our Grounds &amp; Maintenance team, we’d love to hear from you! We are looking to fill the following roles:</p><p><strong>Sports Turf &amp; Grounds Supervisor</strong></p><p>In this role you will oversee the Grounds team and will be responsible for the maintenance and care of school sports fields and outdoor areas, ensuring they are safe, clean, and well-maintained. Responsibilities include supervising and implementing grounds programs, preparing for events, managing equipment, and ensuring all activities comply with safety standards.</p><p><strong>Maintenance Officer</strong></p><p>In this role you will oversee the upkeep, safety, and functionality of the College’s facilities. This hands-on role involves regular repairs, maintenance, and inspections across the campus, addressing carpentry, joinery, and other general tasks, as well as assisting with event setup and outdoor space management. You will respond promptly to maintenance requests and ensure minimal disruption to daily school activities and ensuring compliance with safety standards, contributing to a safe and effective learning environment.</p><p><strong>Grounds &amp; Utility Officer</strong></p><p>This is an entry-level, hands-on role focused on the upkeep and safety of the College&#39;s outdoor areas. Responsibilities include landscaping, maintaining clean and safe grounds, setting up spaces for school events, and ensuring that tools and equipment comply with safety standards. This position is ideal for someone looking to start their career in school facilities and grounds maintenance.</p><p>Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in accordance with the Tasmanian Catholic Education Single Enterprise Agreement 2018.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>To be a part of our Grounds &amp; Maintenance team you will have:</p><ul><li>An interest and experience in the outdoors, grounds maintenance and facilities management.</li><li>A keen eye for detail to ensure that the grounds and facilities are maintained and well presented </li><li>A good sense of humour, an enthusiastic and positive attitude and enjoy working as part of a team</li><li>Proactive, reliable, with the ability to be adaptable and flexible</li><li>Strong organisational and planning skills</li><li>Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and attractive campus environment.</li><li>Ability to effectively interact and maintain professional relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the broader College community.</li><li>An understanding of and ability to contribute to the mission of St Patrick’s College as a Catholic school.</li></ul><p>CET supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment directed at ensuring their safety and wellbeing.  The successful candidate will require satisfactory registrations relevant to child safety. </p><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>St Patrick’s is a Catholic co-educational Year 7-12 college of approximately 1,500 students with a strong academic culture that encourages individual students to develop to their full potential through a broad educational experience.  The College is structured into a three school model of learning, incorporating the Middle School (Years 7 and 8), Croagh Patrick (Year 9) and Senior School (Years 10-12). While each School has unique features and purposes, the tapestry which forms our College binds us together in academic, social justice and co-curricular excellence for all students. We are an energetic, positive and lively learning community, with supportive, highly qualified staff, outstanding facilities and with our focus on the growth of the whole person.</p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p>Further information and instructions on how to apply, is available from <a href="https://www.stpatricks.tas.edu.au/our-college/employment" rel="nofollow">https://www.stpatricks.tas.edu.au/our-college/employment</a> or by phoning Human Resources on 03 6341 9988. We demonstrate our commitment to Reconciliation by encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. Applications with required accompanying documentation, including an introductory cover letter stating why you wish to work at St Patrick College and what you can bring to the role, St Patrick’s College application form and resume should be emailed to <a href="mailto:hr&#64;stpatricks.tas.edu.au" rel="nofollow">hr&#64;stpatricks.tas.edu.au</a>. </p><p><strong>Applications close 9am, Monday 25 November 2024</strong></p>