Gardener - Handyperson

About the Role

This permanent full-time position, starting Term 3 of 2026, is based at Canning Vale College located in the Greater Perth Area. The college is a large, modern secondary school serving students from Years 7 to 12, offering diverse subjects and facilities aimed at high academic achievement.

The Gardener - Handyperson will maintain and enhance the school's outdoor environment by keeping grounds safe, neat, and conducive to learning. Responsibilities include caring for turf, garden beds, shrubs, trees, and other soft landscapes, as well as maintaining hard surfaces such as courts and pathways. The role also involves marking sports fields and undertaking minor repairs following department policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain school grounds including turf, garden beds, shrubs, trees, and landscaping.
• Uphold hard landscaping features such as courts and paving in good condition.
• Mark sports areas appropriately.
• Conduct minor repair tasks in line with organizational standards.
• Ensure gardening equipment, tools, and machinery are clean, well-maintained, and report any faults promptly.
• Collaborate with corporate services management to develop safe work procedures and undertake necessary risk assessments.
• Adhere strictly to Occupational Safety and Health legislation and manage hazardous substances, keeping proper records.

Requirements

• Must obtain and maintain a valid Working With Children Check.
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number before commencement.
• Hold Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid visa with relevant work rights for the appointment duration.
• Additional eligibility and training criteria as specified in the job description.

Equity and Diversity

The Department promotes an inclusive and culturally responsive workplace reflecting community diversity, including encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, young individuals, diverse sexualities and genders, persons with disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

How to Apply

Applicants should prepare a cover letter demonstrating their knowledge, skills, and methods in grounds and garden maintenance, including how they manage equipment/chemicals and safety. Applications must be submitted online before the closing date at 4:30pm AWST on Monday, 20 July 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Additional Information

For further details, applicants can contact the Manager Corporate Services, Kate Dillon, via phone or email. During school breaks, an alternate contact phone number is provided.