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13/10/2026

Maintenance and Facilities Officer

Full time Other

Job Description

Strathcona Girls Grammar is seeking a full-time experienced and highly organised Maintenance and Facilities Officer to deliver a broad range of maintenance and facilities services to ensure the School's buildings, grounds, plant, equipment and infrastructure are maintained in a safe, compliant, functional and well-presented condition.

The position undertakes all core Maintenance & Grounds Officer responsibilities while providing additional support to the Head of Facilities in areas such as administration, contractor coordination, project management and facilities operations. 

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Facilities, the role contributes to the planning, coordination and delivery of maintenance activities and supports the effective day-to-day operation of the school.

  
Key responsibilities include:
  • To support the maintenance and facilities operations
  • To ensure gardens and grounds present a safe and welcoming environment
  • To support the Head of Facilities
About You
You are a highly organised professional who enjoys working across multiple priorities and building strong relationships. To be successful, you will demonstrate:

  • Knowledge of building maintenance and repair practices.

  • Knowledge of workplace health and safety legislation and practices.

  • Developed organisational, time management and communication skills.

  • Ability to perform manual handling and physically demanding work.

  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

  • Experience working in a school environment (highly desirable).
Qualifications and Requirements
  • Relevant trade qualification (Carpentry, Building, Maintenance or similar).
  • Current Victorian Driver Licence.
  • Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check (or have the ability to obtain both prior to commencement).
Applications close on 12 November 2026. However, applications will be assessed as they are received. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date.
Child Safety
Strathcona Girls Grammar is committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to maintaining a child-safe environment. All applicants will be subject to appropriate screening, including Working with Children and National Police Checks.

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Strathcona Girls Grammar School
Strathcona Girls Grammar School

Strathcona is the catalyst of a life-shaping momentum, ensuring each girl discovers a trajectory as unique and full of potential as she is.

Upon their respective journeys, Strathcona girls break the stereotypes of private education — and we are proud of it. Action, meaning and fulfilment take precedence, and are aptly expressed in the School motto: ‘Bravely, Faithfully, Happily.’

Through a culture of academic excellence and a rich selection of co-curricular activities, girls grow and thrive. Strong, resilient, empowered — at Strathcona these are more than just words. We imbue them with impetus tied to each girl’s uniqueness and personal ambitions.

In essence, Strathcona affords its girls the opportunity to discover who they really are, and to pursue their life’s potential by being themselves.