School Labourer / Grounds Person

School Labourer / Grounds Person

Scotch College

TORRENS PARK, SA

Gardeners / Maintenance

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 26 July 2026

Take pride in keeping our grounds at their best, knowing your work is noticed and valued by the whole College community.

• Provide hands-on support in a collaborative, high-performing team
• Enjoy a stable, long-term full-time position with consistent hours
• No weekend work
• Free onsite parking
• Complimentary membership to the Purunna Spencer Newton Centre gym and aquatic facilities

Scotch College is an ambitious and aspirational independent ELC–12 College that exists to know, nurture and challenge all within its community. We value courage, integrity, inclusivity and an unwavering focus on tomorrow in all that we do to prioritise extraordinary outcomes for the diverse student population entrusted to us.

The College’s Infrastructure Team plays a critical role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the College, ensuring that our facilities and environment are safe, functional and well-presented for students, staff and visitors.

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and motivated School Labourer / Grounds Person to join our Infrastructure team on a permanent full-time basis (38 hours per week).

Working across our Torrens Park and Mitcham campuses, you will play an important role in maintaining the College environment and supporting the daily operations of the school. This is a hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in maintaining high standards and values being part of a collaborative team.

As part of a small, close-knit team, you will work alongside experienced colleagues who are committed to delivering a safe, attractive and well-maintained environment for our students, staff and wider community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertaking general labouring duties including manual handling, lifting and moving materials, furniture and equipment
• Assisting with site preparation and clean-up for maintenance and operational activities
• Supporting waste management processes, including collection and disposal across campus
• Assisting with event set-ups and pack-downs
• Receiving, transporting and distributing deliveries across both campuses
• Maintaining clean, safe and organised work areas
• Attending and contributing to Toolbox Talks and team meetings

This role operates within a live school environment and requires a respectful, approachable and professional manner when interacting with students, staff and visitors.

About you

You will be a dependable and team-oriented individual who takes pride in your work and contributes positively to the team environment. You will hold a Class C Driver’s Licence (essential) and ideally a construction industry white card.

You will bring:

• Experience in a labouring or a physically active role
• A strong work ethic and willingness to undertake hands-on tasks
• The ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build respectful working relationships
• Strong awareness of safety and ability to work effectively in a live school environment

Incumbents will be required to attain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check, RRHAN-EC (Masterclass) and First Aid certification. If you don’t hold these certifications yet, you can still apply and if successful would be required to obtain these prior to commencement.

If you’d like to know more about the role, reach out for a confidential chat - Melissa Ciplys (Director of People and Culture) on 04•• ••• 427 / mciplys@scotch.sa.edu.au.

More information about the role, including a Position Description, is available at www.scotch.sa.edu.au.

How to apply

Applications must be made through SEEK and close at 8am on Monday 27 July 2026.

You are encouraged to submit you application as soon as possible, as the College will interview candidates and may appoint a suitable candidate prior to the close date.

Your application should include a CV.

Scotch College is a child-safe organisation. All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and will be required to comply with the College’s child protection policies and employment screening requirements.