Marist Catholic College Penshurst 
Commencement Date: Monday, 28 April 2025 
Closing Date: Monday, 31 March 2025 
Capacity: Full-Time, Permanent

Don't miss this exciting opportunity as a Groundsman!

About Our School

Marist Catholic College Penshurst is a vibrant, dual campus Year 7-12 coeducational school. We are a community where dynamic teaching and personalised learning encourages every student to achieve their personal best. We cultivate an environment that fosters student wellbeing through the Catholic faith, developing courage and resilience. As educators in the Marist tradition, we challenge and encourage our students to be persistent, lifelong learners. Our school motto, Agnoscere et Diligere' - to Know And To Love, is at the heart of everything we do. Our students are nurtured with opportunities, inspired to work hard and empowered with the knowledge to realise their aspirations.

Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools

In joining Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), you will be part of the largest Catholic education community in NSW, with a unified vision and shared resources, encompassing over 145 schools and over 74,000 students. We enable job mobility across the system, diverse career opportunities and an extensive suite of professional development programs.

SCS is renowned for excellence, with six schools in the top 100 and 13 in the top 150 of the 2024 HSC rankings. Over 51% of results were Band 5 or 6, and our students achieved 2,819 Distinguished Achiever mentions.

Be part of a system that fosters academic, creative and vocational success, shaping future leaders every step of the way.

In addition, we offer:

• remuneration package valued at up to $79,387. Base salary ranges from $60,130 to $71,199. Salary calculated on unaveraged conditions (work year round)
• salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
• up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• ongoing training and development opportunities
• discounts on gym classes and memberships, activewear, healthy meals, and wellbeing products
• generous Employee Referral Program.

About You

Marist Catholic College Penshurst is seeking a committed professional to join the Marist Catholic College support staff as a Groundsman to assist the Maintenance and Facilities Manager. This is a full-time position to commence at the start of Term 2, Monday, 28 April.

This position's primary responsibilities in supporting the Maintenance Manager include:

• minor repairing and maintenance of College equipment, resources and buildings
• driving of the College Minibus (24 seater) with the appropriate license or a willingness to obtain the
  license. If necessary, the license will be paid for by the College
• assisting with cleaning and repairs as a result of student accidents, extreme weather, acts of vandalism etc
• moving items of furniture and classroom supplies around and set up furniture and equipment for sporting and special events
• completing daily security routines (including school lockup and setting of alarm system) and safety
  inspections of grounds and equipment
• maintaining the quality appearance of the College grounds and gardens
• liaising with various suppliers, providers and contractors on matters such as building works, plumbing, waste disposal, fire services and safety equipment
• complying with WHS standards including appropriate chemical and storage procedures.

Desirable criteria:

• previous experience in a school environment
• qualification in relevant trade.

Application Process

Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the steps to submit your application. To complete the application process, please ensure you attach the following;

• current CV
• cover letter
• three referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) and your last principal.

Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.

If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety 
Click here to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.

Working With Children Check (WWCC) 
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.