Gardener – Handyperson

Independent Public School – North Metropolitan Education Region Marmion Primary School Gardener – Handyperson 00007194 Level 2, $1, – $1, (pro-rata) per week (GS (Misc.) GA 2023)

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS811381

This is a permanent part-time ( position commencing Term 2, 2023

Marmion Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint a reliable and dedicated Gardener/Handyperson to maintain and present the school grounds and gardens.

In this role you will provide advice and support to the Business Manager, maintain school grounds, ensure that formal and informal sports areas are marked and be able to keep accurate garden records. You will also help in marking areas for formal and informal sports when required. The successful applicant will be required to carry out minor repairs and maintenance according to the department’s policies and guidelines. A capacity to work unsupervised and recognise work needing to be done without specific direction is desirable.

Established in 1956, Marmion Primary School is an Independent Public School with a reputation for consistently providing quality learning opportunities that enable students to achieve their potential. We achieve high standards academically and strive to provide a holistic education, with a focus on students and teachers pursuing personal excellence.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

Sound communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience in maintaining grounds and gardens, including turf management.

Experience in minor servicing of horticultural/gardening equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks.

Knowledge of gardening methods and procedures, including the safe use and storage of gardening equipment, materials and chemicals.

Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).

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Application Instructions

Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply!

Your application should include:

A detailed CV outlining your work history and experience in the context of the role. Your CV should include two (2) work related referees, one being your current Line Manager

Note: Just a CV is all we will require.

To submit your application:

Click on the “Apply for Job” button located at either the top or bottom of this screen. You can then complete the online application form and attach your CV and any other supporting documents, or

Email your completed application form and documents to before the closing date and time.

Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to:

provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy

obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment

obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check

And complete the Department’s:

Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course

induction program within three months of commencement

introductory School Gardener training within 3 months of commencement in metropolitan areas or as soon as practicable for regional areas

training specific to this role required by Departmental policy

training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. 

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME. 

APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS LISTED AND LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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WORK TYPE:  Permanent – Part Time FTE:  LOCATION:  Marmion CLOSING DATE:  2023-03-31 4:30 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD) Position Title Gardener – Handyperson Agency Department of Education Salary Location Marmion Unit/Division Independent Public School – North Metropolitan Education Region Branch Marmion Primary School Work Type Permanent – Part Time Position No. 00007194 Closing Date Position Title Gardener – Handyperson Branch Marmion Primary School Location Marmion Work Type Permanent – Part Time Closing Date Salary Agency Department of Education Company Information Description

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS811381

This is a permanent part-time ( position commencing Term 2, 2023

Marmion Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint a reliable and dedicated Gardener/Handyperson to maintain and present the school grounds and gardens.

In this role you will provide advice and support to the Business Manager, maintain school grounds, ensure that formal and informal sports areas are marked and be able to keep accurate garden records. You will also help in marking areas for formal and informal sports when required. The successful applicant will be required to carry out minor repairs and maintenance according to the department’s policies and guidelines. A capacity to work unsupervised and recognise work needing to be done without specific direction is desirable.

Established in 1956, Marmion Primary School is an Independent Public School with a reputation for consistently providing quality learning opportunities that enable students to achieve their potential. We achieve high standards academically and strive to provide a holistic education, with a focus on students and teachers pursuing personal excellence.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

Sound communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience in maintaining grounds and gardens, including turf management.

Experience in minor servicing of horticultural/gardening equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks.

Knowledge of gardening methods and procedures, including the safe use and storage of gardening equipment, materials and chemicals.

Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).

Please visit or for more information about Marmion Primary School

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available

For job related information

Application Instructions

Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply!

Your application should include:

A detailed CV outlining your work history and experience in the context of the role. Your CV should include two (2) work related referees, one being your current Line Manager

Note: Just a CV is all we will require.

To submit your application:

Click on the “Apply for Job” button located at either the top or bottom of this screen. You can then complete the online application form and attach your CV and any other supporting documents, or

Email your completed application form and documents to before the closing date and time.

Please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to:

provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy

obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment

obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check

And complete the Department’s:

Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course

induction program within three months of commencement

introductory School Gardener training within 3 months of commencement in metropolitan areas or as soon as practicable for regional areas

training specific to this role required by Departmental policy

training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. 

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME. 

APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS LISTED AND LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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