Gardener - Handyperson

Gardener - Handyperson Join to apply for the Gardener - Handyperson role at Department of Education, Western Australia 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. We are seeking to establish a pool of Gardener – Handypersons for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part‑time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period. Success Primary School (SPS) is an Independent Public School located in the City of Cockburn, proudly serving a diverse and inclusive community of approximately 590 students from Kindergarten to Year 6, across both mainstream and education support programs. Guided by our school motto, Unlock Your Potential , we are committed to fostering strong partnerships with parents, caregivers, and the wider school community to support the success of every child. We pride ourselves on setting and achieving high standards and are dedicated to building a team of staff who value professional excellence and are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of our students. SPS boasts state‑of‑the‑art facilities such as a hydrotherapy pool, sensory room and gymnasium. The education support program locations are distributed across the school, providing inclusive opportunities for students and staff at all year levels. At SPS, we foster a model of distributed leadership where staff are provided with ample opportunities to lead best practice in the Western Australian Curriculum, lead Department of Education and School Initiatives and participate in peer mentoring and coaching. Find out more about our school by visiting or Schools Online. Responsibilities Maintain the school grounds in a safe and tidy condition, ensuring a safe external learning environment for students and staff. Oversee the upkeep of turf areas, garden beds, shrubs, trees, and various soft landscapes. Maintain hard landscaping features such as courts and paving, marking sports areas, and conduct minor repairs in alignment with departmental policies. Keep gardening facilities, equipment, tools and machinery in a clean and serviceable condition, reporting faults promptly and adhering to safe work practices. Qualifications Valid Working With Children Check. Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start. Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. Experience maintaining grounds and gardens, including turf management. Experience in minor servicing of horticultural/gardening equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks. Knowledge of gardening methods and procedures, including safe use and storage of gardening equipment, materials and chemicals. Application Instructions Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply Step 1: Prepare your application. CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position. Tell us in two (2) pages how your skills and experiences relate to these selection criteria: Demonstrated sound communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated experience in maintaining grounds and gardens, including turf management. Demonstrated experience in minor servicing of horticultural/gardening equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks. Demonstrated knowledge of gardening methods and procedures, including the safe use and storage of gardening equipment, materials and chemicals. Step 2: Submit your application. Apply Online: Click ‘Apply for Job’ and complete the online application. Have your documents ready to attach. It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on  4127 for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 3 December 2025 Seniority level Entry level Employment type Part‑time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Education Administration Programs Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021‑2025 for more details. Contact For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sue Criddle, Manager Corporate Services, on (08) 6174 2600 or emailing #J-18808-Ljbffr