Maintenance Officer / Groundsperson

Maintenance Officer / Groundsperson

Bethany College, Hurstville

HURSTVILLE, NSW

Gardeners / Maintenance

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 28 November 2025

Bethany College Hurstville
Start Date: Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Application Closing Date: Friday, 28 November 2025
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Our School

Bethany College provides an outstanding education specifically tailored towards empowering young women. With a Newman Selective Gifted Education Program class from Years 7 - 10, students are challenged and enriched at every level of ability. The College has a strong reputation for equipping students to be resilient, compassionate people who make a difference in the world through wellbeing, social justice and extracurricular programs.

Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools

Joining Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 74,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:

• competitive remuneration: up to $79,743. Base salary ranges from $60,130 to $71,199. Salary calculated on unaveraged conditions (work year round)
• salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
• up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• ongoing training and development opportunities
• discounts on gym classes and memberships, activewear, healthy meals, and wellbeing products
• generous Employee Referral Program.

About You

Bethany College Hurstville is seeking an enthusiastic Maintenance Worker to undertake general and maintenance work to ensure a clean, orderly and safe environment that enables enhanced student learning outcomes. You must demonstrate the ability to:

• prioritise and complete allocated work plans in accordance with School/College requirements
• assist with cleaning and repairs as a result of student accidents, extreme weather, acts of vandalism etc
• plan and organise workflow to accomplish established objectives
• follow chemical usage and storage procedures
• move items of furniture and classroom supplies around and set up furniture and equipment for sporting and special events
• complete daily security routines (including school lockup and setting of alarm system) and safety inspections of grounds and equipment
• promote a positive image of the School/College in all interactions
• support other teams during peak loads
• plan and execute maintenance of the school including gardens, paths, signage etc
• undertake minor repairs as required including plastering, painting and basic carpentry
• undertake minor repairs or replacements as required, including tap washers, light bulbs, furniture and equipment etc
• identify and report any risks to the school leadership team
• contribute to required committees, for example, the WHS committee
• comply with WHS standards to ensure compliance
• use technology and IT systems proficiently.

Desirable criteria:

• previous experience in a school environment
• qualification in relevant trade.

Application Process

Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:

• current CV & cover letter
• three referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) and your last principal.

Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.

If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

Click here to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.

Bethany College, Hurstville
HURSTVILLE, NSW

https://bethanyhurstville.syd.catholic.edu.au/
Principal: Kristina Flanagan

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Girl

1091 Students
87 Teaching Staff
21 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Offers VET

Bethany College provides an outstanding education specifically tailored towards empowering young women. With a Newman Selective Gifted Education Program class from Years 7 - 10, students are challenged and enriched at every level of ability. The College has a strong reputation for equipping students to be resilient, compassionate people who make a difference in the world through wellbeing, social justice and extra curricular programs.