Grounds Service - Star of the Sea School, Torquay

Summary

Help maintain and care for the school's grounds, including gardens, lawns, and sporting ovals, creating a vibrant environment for all.

• Location: Star of the Sea - Torquay
• Start date: 13/04/2026 - 04/12/2026
• Work hours: 15 hours per week
• Salary: $31.17 per hour + Super 
• Status: Part Time Fixed Term/Variation
• Ad close date: 12th April 2026
• Contact: (07) 4125 1220 | ptorquay@bne.catholic.edu.au

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Removal of rubbish and debris from garden and grounds areas including the emptying of bins and disposing of waste material to maintain a clean, tidy, and litter-free school building and grounds environment
• Routinely maintaining and/or repairing reticulation and irrigation systems, under supervision
• Safely operate and maintain small machinery and plant, as required, considering the risk to self and others
• Assisting in the maintenance of playing surfaces, including setting up of greens, top dressing, fertilising under supervision, seeding, turfing, coring, and sprigging
• Assisting in the preparation of ovals for sporting events and carnivals.

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including: 

• A safety mindset being aware of risks, following safety protocols, using PPE, and ensuring the safety of yourself and others while maintaining the grounds and equipment
• Knowledge of maintaining and repairing reticulation and irrigation systems, with supervision
• Skilled in safely operating and maintaining small machinery
• Experience assisting in the upkeep of playing surfaces, including fertilising, seeding, and turfing under supervision
• Capability to assist in preparing ovals for sporting events and carnivals
• Relevant tertiary qualifications at Certificate III level, or completion of an apprenticeship
• For this position you are not required to be Catholic.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements: 

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment 
• Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.  

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards: 

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options 
• Active staff social club and wellness programs 
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.