Unit Support Officer - Columboola Environmental Education Centre

recruited via Department of Education and Training (Queensland) (Brisbane, Queensland, Australia)

Job Reference QLD/DSR684699/26T

Closing date April 21, 2026

Location Darling Downs - Maranoa

Contact
07 4665 8166

About this job

Who We Are:

Columboola Environmental Education Centre provides immersive outdoor and environmental learning experiences that support curriculum delivery and student wellbeing.

The centre relies on safe, well-maintained facilities, grounds, and equipment to deliver engaging programs in natural settings.

With a strong focus on sustainability, hands-on learning, and connection to the environment, the centre creates meaningful experiences that foster resilience, teamwork, and a deeper understanding of the natural world.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Maintain buildings, grounds, plant and equipment to a safe and healthy standard
• Undertake routine and emergency maintenance of machinery, tools, camping, cooking, scientific, audiovisual and gas equipment
• Assist with camps and programs by setting up and packing down tents and equipment, maintaining firewood supplies, and cleaning and storing camping gear
• Support outdoor education activities through practical demonstrations under the supervision of qualified teaching staff
• Conduct grounds maintenance including mowing, brush cutting, weed removal
• Maintain water systems, grease traps, pumps, and basic plumbing and electrical fixtures

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

f your relevant work history)

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Application Downloads

DSR684699_26T Role Description.pdf

Applicant Information Package.pdf