Grounds and Maintenance Person (Grounds and Maintenance)

Emmaus Catholic Primary School - DAYTON School Principal : Mr Sandro Coniglio School Address : 359 Arthur Street Dayton WA 6055 Phone Number : 9232 5000 Fax Number : Email Address : admin@emmaus.wa.edu.au. Web Site : emmaus.wa.edu.au. Type : Part-Time Term : Temporary Position DetailsMaintenance and Groundsperson This is a part-time, temporary position (six months) with the possibility of becoming ongoing as a Maintenance and Groundsperson commencing, 16 March 2026. Emmaus Catholic Primary School is a co-educational Catholic school in Dayton, in the heart of the Swan Valley catering for 3K to Year 6 students. The school opened in January 2023, and we currently have a student population of 335. We are excited to welcome families of all cultures who seek a Catholic education for their child/children. Our school focuses on providing a quality Catholic education and personal success for all students. Our school is a place for learning, connecting, developing, transforming and journeying together so each student reaches their God given potential. Together in close partnership with parents, we will deliver a Christ Centered and Child Focused education of the highest quality. Selection Criteria

• Carry out work to maintain the grounds and maintenance requirements to ensure the smooth operation of the school.
• Inspect school grounds, buildings, and facilities to maintain safety, functionality, and visual appeal.
• Respond to maintenance requests and manage a ticketing system for timely completion of tasks.
• Monitor water usage and reticulation systems, performing repairs as needed.
• Liaise with contractors and suppliers to ensure quality work and timely delivery of goods and services.
• Support school logistics, including event setups, furniture moves, and deliveries.
• Understands tools, machinery and safety, and comply with WH&S protocols when using machinery equipment.
• Communicate regularly with the Principal, Assistant Principals and Finance Officer regarding budgets, priorities, and infrastructure planning.
• Must be physically fit and mobile and have good observation skills.
• Work alongside the school's sustainability teacher.
• Successful candidate will need to be flexible and able to work flexible hours at the Principal’s discretion.
• Hold a current WA Drivers’ Licence.
• Able to work autonomously and have sound problem solving skills.

Qualifications Required REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE

• To be fully supportive of the objectives and ethos of Catholic Education in the performance of their duties.
• To be working towards or have completed Accreditation to Work in a Catholic School.
• Hold a Working with Children Card and 100pt NCCH.

Application Details Delivery of application documentation by close of business at 4pm on Wednesday 11 March 2026. Email: admin@emmaus.wa.edu.au Subject box title: MAINTENANCE AND GROUNDSPERSON APPLICATION 2026 All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia also encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations people, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. In applying for this position you will be providing personal information to the School. This information will be used in order to assess your application for employment. A current National Police History Check as issued by the Department of Education Western Australia must also be included. The appropriate Criminal History Record Check form is available from the Department of Education website. On appointment successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check. Application forms are available at certain Australia Post Outlets throughout the State. A list of participating Australia Post outlets can be found on the Australia Post website. An application for a WWC must be made in person. Listed : 25th February , 2026 Applications Close : 11th March , 2026 Vacancy Number : 33433