Property Services Team Member

This role is ideal for groundskeepers, landscapers, gardeners or tradies seeking a career change to use their practical skills to serve their local community. Work in a supportive team with regular and secure work!......

Waverley Christian College is a forward thinking and culturally diverse Christian co-educational school from Kinder to Year 12. We have been providing students with a quality Christian educational experience for over 45 years. With campuses in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South, Waverley Christian College has an enrolment of over 2400 students with 400 staff across both campuses in 2024.

We are seeking a candidate who is keen to apply their skills in a variety of disciplines to assist with the maintenance program within the school. This full-time role will assist in grounds work, maintenance, building projects, security, with a focus on grounds maintenance. Hours are generally 7:30am – 4pm, with an option for some flexibility to do a late shift once a week as required. If you are keen to keep learning, work in a friendly team environment and use your skills to ensure a well-kept environment for our community, we would love to hear from you!

You are an ideal candidate if you:

• Grounds keeping and/or landscaping skills will be highly regarded
• Are highly motivated
• Are Health and Safety minded
• Have some building and property maintenance experience
• Have excellent problem-solving skills
• Enjoy working in a team environment
• Have high level communication and interpersonal skills
• Are able to show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education
• Are willing to get involved in all aspects of the College’s programs and opportunities

Some of the benefits of working at Waverley Christian College include:

• A range of salary packaging options
• School fees discounts for staff whose children attend the school (after 12 months)
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Career and leadership professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Friendly and collegial community to work with

All potential employees will be required to comply with the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, and Student Wellbeing Policy. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the College.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application via the 'Apply to this Job' button below. Please download and view the Position Description.

Applicants are to include a Resume, Letter of Application, Pastoral Reference Letter and complete the screening questions as part of the application process. Applicants will also need to provide a list of three referees. A Working with Children’s Check, and a Police Check less than three months old are mandatory prior to being hired. A First Aid Certificate (HLTAD011) is also required prior to starting in the role.

Apply now via the 'Apply to this Job' button below, as applications close Friday 17 January!

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.

Enquiries: (03) 9871 8600

Quoting job number: 202498

Waverley Christian College is committed to protecting the interests and safety of our students. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff are responsible for the safety, care and wellbeing of children.