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College Grounds Officer

02/12/2025
16/01/2026
$26.96 - $28.64
Permanent - Full Time
Daisy Hill
Trades & Services

Desired Skills and Experience

About the Opportunity:

John Paul College (JPC) is looking for two Grounds Officers to join our Property Services team at our beautiful Daisy Hill campus.

These are permanent, full-time positions perfect for people who enjoy outdoor work and being part of a school community.

Starting with us as soon as possible, you'll work with our Grounds Manager to keep our campus looking great and help with college events.

What You’ll Do:

Regular duties of this role will include:

Grounds Maintenance:

  • Mow lawns and maintain gardens (weeding, fertilizing, pruning)
  • Keep the campus clean and tidy
  • Open and lock gates around campus

Project & Event Support:

  • Help set up and pack down for school events
  • Assist with landscaping projects
  • Help students, staff, visitors and contractors when needed

Equipment & Safety:

  • Use and look after grounds equipment safely
  • Follow safety procedures

What We Need:

You must have:

  • Blue Card or Working with Children Check (or be able to get one)
  • Full driver's license
  • Friendly personality and good communication skills

Great if you have:

  • Experience in gardening, landscaping or grounds work
  • Basic repair and maintenance skills
  • First Aid certificate (or willing to get one)

Why You’ll Love This Role:

  • Beautiful campus to work in
  • Every day is different
  • Friendly, supportive team
  • Permanent full-time roles
  • Modern equipment
  • 12.75% super on top of salary
  • Opportunities for advancement

How to Apply

Please click “Apply” (below) and include

  • Your resume
  • Contact details for at least one professional referee
  • A short cover letter (optional but helpful for us to understand why you want to join JPC)

Start Date: As soon as possible as there's lots of exciting projects happening during the school holidays!

We may interview before the closing date, so apply soon if you're interested!

John Paul College is an equal opportunity employer. Everyone is welcome to apply.

Having trouble applying on our website? Email your application to: hr@jpc.qld.edu.au

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