Maintenance Officer

Minarah College is an independent, co-educational Islamic School catering to grades K-12. We’re located in Green Valley in Sydney’s South West with plans for continued expansion.

At Minarah College, we are focused on fostering a collaborative and productive working environment for our staff, a superior learning experience for our students, and an environment in which our students, parents, staff, and key stakeholders can work synergistically to achieve excellence. Our organisational values are respect, ownership, caring, knowledge, and safety.

At Minarah College, we are committed to achieving quality in all aspects of our offering: we are constantly innovating. We strive for excellence in our students not only academically, but as future leaders and global citizens in our community. In addition to an impeccable education, we offer our students extensive academic support, a plethora of cocurricular opportunities, a rigorous religious curriculum, and access to the latest in education technology in every classroom.

About the Role

Minarah College is seeking a Maintenance Officer in a casual role who will be responsible for ensuring the buildings and facilities at Minarah College is well maintained. 

Key Responsibilities

Carry out the following tasks as directed;

Diagnose and complete day to day repairs, including;

• Perform routine maintenance tasks
• Conduct regular inspections of school buildings, grounds, and equipment to identify and address maintenance needs
• Complete minor repairs and handyman tasks as required, including painting, carpentry, minor plumbing, and tiling repairs
• Maintenance of the school grounds and landscapes
• Assist with setting up and dismantling equipment for school events and activities
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards throughout the school premises
• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities and inventory levels
• Manage and supervise junior staff 
• Collaborate with other staff members and external contractors as needed
• Carry out other tasks as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Asset Manager

Skills and Qualifications

• Carpentry qualification or equivalent would be beneficial
• Previous experience in completing varied tasks including performing physical work
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current National Police Clearance
• Experience working in a school would be an advantage

Personal Attributes

Our ideal candidates will:

• Be supportive of the Islamic ethos of the School
• Be reliable, enthusiastic and conscientious
• Enjoy problem solving
• Willingness to accept supervision and learn from constructive criticism
• Able to work as part of a small team, in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to present a positive role model to students and staff
• Always promote a safe work environment and act responsibly and safely.
• Willingness and competence to learn new skills

This is a Casual position from Monday to Friday.  This role is required during term time and school holidays.

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 21 June 2024. 

We reserve the right to close this job ad early and appoint a suitable applicant to this role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. 

Application Process

If you believe you possess the necessary qualities and commitment for this position, you are invited to apply. Completed applications should comprise of:

• A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
• A supporting statement outlining your suitability for the position.
• Any other information you consider relevant to support your application.

Please apply be emailing: [email protected]

All applications should be addressed to:

The Principal

Minarah College

264 Wilson Road

Green Valley

NSW 2168.