Assistant Gardener - Handyperson

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 Piara Waters Senior High School (SHS) is situated in the beautifully landscaped suburb of Piara Waters, approximately 25kms south of Perth. The school is surrounded by luscious greenery and forms part of the vibrant, multicultural community of Piara Waters. The school commenced with Year 7 students in 2023, and presently has Year 7, 8 and 9 cohorts.  In 2026 we extend to Year 10 until we reach Year 12 in 2028. Find out more about our school by visiting Piara Waters Senior High School or Schools Online

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Assistant Gardener – Handyperson to help maintain our school’s outdoor spaces and facilities. The role plays an important part in ensuring students and staff have access to attractive, safe and well-kept external learning environments. The Assistant Gardener – Handyperson is responsible for maintaining the school grounds, including turf areas, garden beds, shrubs and trees, and ensuring these spaces remain clean, tidy and safe. The role supports the development of a healthy growing environment across all soft landscaping, such as lawns, garden areas and broader turf spaces. It also includes the upkeep of hard landscaping features, including paved areas, pathways and courts. An important part of the role is assisting the Senior Gardener/Handyperson in performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks such as those on irrigation systems, minor plumbing tasks, maintenance, carpentry tasks and assisting with the setup of school events.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Carol Daniels, Principal on (08) 6174 2777 or emailing Carol.Daniels@education.wa.edu.au

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.

Eligibility

To work with us, you will need to: 

• obtain a 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.
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Our aim is to make it easy for you to apply!  Step 1: Prepare your application. Your application should include the following: 

• CV/Resume detailing your work history, experience and any certificates or qualifications relevant to the position.
• Tell us in one (1) page how your skills and experiences that relate to these selection criteria:
  • Demonstrated good communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain equipment and apply safe working practices.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist in maintaining both soft and hard landscaped areas.
  • Demonstrated ability in the practical application and safe use of hand tools.

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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1015359 Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 18 December 2025.

Attachments - Applicant Resource - Applying for Cleaner, Gardener or Domestic Position Mar2020.pdf - applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf - published jdf - generic - assistant gardener handyperson - schools - l1 - jan 2020.pdf