Maintenance Officer

Job type: Full time / From 25/11/2024
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Facilities Management
Reference: 1448672
Selection CriteriaDemonstrated sound and safe working knowledge of hand and power tools and the ability to efficiently undertake general handyperson tasks, repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior of buildings and ground works within the College.A strong work ethic and a sense of pride in efficiently completing work to a high standard and in a timely fashion.The ability to work as part of a team or individually and to follow instructions.Ability to communicate and cooperate effectively with tradespeople, suppliers and colleagues.RoleThis position will attract 4 weeks annual leave.
Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
ResponsibilitiesCoordinate the use and maintenance of school buildings and equipment.Liaise and negotiate with service providers in respect to the cost and quality of services.Supervise the delivery of contracted services.Manage the development and collection of resource material at the school.Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Conditions of EmploymentAll staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website.Location ProfileWyndham Central College is located in a high growth corridor, approximately 20 minutes west of Melbourne and caters for students in Years 7 to 12 across the Wyndham district.
The Staff at Wyndham Central are committed to delivering a rigorous guaranteed and viable curriculum enhanced by the AVID program that aims to prepare students by developing a set of strategies to support their learning and chosen pathway.
The college programs are innovative and challenging and include a 7-10 Enrichment and VHAP program, 7-10 Spanish Immersion Program (SIP), the 9-10 STEM Academy and our flagship schoolwide program AVID.
Wyndham Central College requires that our Maintenance Officer be self-motivated, enthusiastic, show initiative and be capable of manual labour. They also need to be able to competently use power and hand tools, equipment and machinery.
The following is also required: To possess and produce evidence of a current working with children's check.To always work within the policies of Wyndham Central College.To be aware of Occupational Health and Safety requirements noting that all duties must be carried out to comply with current OHS legislation.Able to work as part of a team or individually.Sound and safe working knowledge of hand and power tools.To have knowledge of and a keen personal interest in maintenance work.Basic mechanical knowledge to assist in minor repairs to gardening equipment.Current Test/Tag certification and a driver's license would be advantageous.Duties and ResponsibilitiesBuilding maintenance and repairs, including small carpentry, plastering, plumbing and painting jobs and other tasks that do not require a licenced tradesperson.General cleaning, graffiti and rubbish removal as required.Receive and assess maintenance requests as directed by the Facilities Manager, assessing and prioritising workloads.Implement routine maintenance procedures as directed.Ability to climb ladders to access roof spaces for the purposes of cleaning gutters and retrieval of sporting equipment.Be capable in assisting in or solo movement of college furniture as required.Perform good quality corrective and preventative maintenance work.To assist with garden and ground maintenance when required.To ensure all equipment and machinery are stored securely and cleaned after use.Report any repairs required to the Facilities Manager.To keep the gardens, thoroughfares and footpaths clear and free from litter.Always be courteous to staff and not liaise with the students at the College.To follow the directions given by the Facilities Manager/Assistant Principal and other duties as directed by the Principal.Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.

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