Grounds and Maintenance Officer

Grounds and Maintenance Officer

James Sheahan CHS Orange (see more jobs from this school)

ORANGE, NSW

Gardeners / Maintenance

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time

Applications Close: 4 June 2026

Opportunity for a Grounds & Maintenance Officer to join the team at James Sheahan Catholic High School, Orange commencing 23 June 2026.

James Sheahan Catholic High School, Orange

Permanent Part Time Position, 45hrs per fortnight

Commencing: 23 June 2026

From: $31.26 - $36.73 (depending on qualifications & experience)

Applications are now open for a motivated, self-starter to join the team at James Sheahan Catholic High School, Orange as the new Grounds and Maintenance Officer.

A copy of the position description can be found here.

About you

The new Grounds and Maintenance Officer will:

• Be able to work without supervision and to a deadline
• Comply with WHS regulations
• Excellent manual and equipment / tool operational and maintenance experience
• Experience in building and ground maintenance
• Experience in livestock and running a farm an advantage
• Good team, communication and interpersonal skills
• Have a current WWCC and a current driver’s licence (LR/MR/HR licence would be an advantage)
• Heavy lifting essential; lift and move furniture, equipment and supplies (this is on occasion and sometimes required to be done up and down stairs)
• Highly organised with attention to detail (cleanliness of workplace / surroundings)
• Keen interest in gardening and grounds
• Willingness to support and provide assistance where necessary

What We offer

• Flexibility in working hours
• Wages based on qualifications
• Diocesan-wide supportive and collaborative culture
• A great opportunity to keep your hands busy while having time in the day for personal errands
• A way to be part of shaping our students lives in safe environment

Click here to find out more about Orange, NSW.

About Us

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

Established in 1976, James Sheahan Catholic High School is named for James Sheahan, an influential Catholic priest who played a significant role in the development of Catholic education in the region.

At James Sheahan Catholic High School, we believe in holistic education. Alongside academics, we encourage students to participate in extracurricular activities such as sports, performing arts, public speaking, and community service. Our aim is to create a nurturing environment where students feel valued, respected, and safe. We actively engage with the local community and promote social responsibility through community service programs.

Click here to find out more about James Sheahan Catholic High School, Orange.

How to Apply

If you think this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement
• Contact details of appropriate referees
• All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 04 June 2026.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting Mrs Linda Chaim, Executive Assistant at l.chaim1@bth.catholic.edu.au.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicant Information Pack

James Sheahan CHS Orange (see more jobs from this school)

ORANGE, NSW

https://jschs.catholic.edu.au/

Principal:

Matthew Ryan

Affiliation: Catholic

Teaching Level: Secondary

Gender: Coed

1090 Students

86 Teaching Staff

26 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

A Co-educational School Years 7 - 12 located in Orange, NSW with a current enrolment of 1033 students.