Maintenance and Grounds Officer

Xavier Catholic College

At Xavier Catholic College, we live the qualities which reflect the work and life of Jesus Christ. We are called to be challenged, compassionate, collaborative, courageous and Christ-like. The 5 Cs are our set of values which we ask our whole community to embrace in their day to day life.

To find out more about Xavier Catholic College, click here.

About Albury

On the historic banks of the Murray River, the charming twin towns of Albury and Wodonga offer a delicious food scene, endless outdoor adventure and a thriving arts culture. Albury Wodonga is a place where unfiltered, uncomplicated, refreshing connections just happen, naturally. To find out more about Albury Wodonga, click here.

Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga?

Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) serves twenty-four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities.

In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning.

We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs.

Your New Role

The Grounds and Maintenance Officer is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of school infrastructure across Xavier Catholic College. Ensuring the provision of a contemporary and sustainable learning environment that is supporting CEDWW core business of learning, teaching and wellbeing. This includes working collaboratively to ensure the maintenance of the School’s building, facilities, grounds, gardens and infrastructure so that they are preserved at the highest standard possible. Also, supporting the maintenance and support team with the operational needs of School events and activities. 

Position Description Attached

What We Can Offer

• Permanent, Part-Time Position 

• Role to commence 12 October 2026

• Work Schedule To be confirmed with successful applicant 

• Discounted Bupa Health insurance

• Salary Packaging through Maxxia

• Access to Fitness Passport

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology

• Salary: Level 4 $84,370  ( Pro Rata) per year - Unaveraged (works during school break)

Selection Criteria

• Understanding of and a commitment to WHS practices and engagement in policy

• Ability to actively support the scheduling, priorities and safety practices for the team

• Ability to use IT systems and software to log, record and facilitate record keeping and administration tasks

• Knowledge and understanding of safe work practices and promoting a safe work environment

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of the wider Support Staff team

• Well developed organisational skills and an ability to prioritise deadlines

• Being a positive and proactive team dedicated to customer service and customer satisfaction

• Experience in maintenance, grounds, gardens and buildings or facilities

Essential Criteria

• Minimum of a Diploma and/or a trade qualification or working towards a qualification in a building related discipline such as a trade; construction; architecture; facilities coordinator or equivalent 

• Minimum two years experience in facilities, maintenance, landscaping or similar 

• Experience in the effective and safe use of a range of grounds and maintenance equipment 

• Knowledge and commitment to safe work practises and Work Health and safety policies and procedures and Knowledge of safe lifting and manual handling techniques

• Familiar with safe working at heights practices 

• Experience in a variety of IT systems and software 

• NSW Working with Children Check

• Successful Candidate to undertake a National Criminal History Check

• Successful Candidate to undertake a Functional Assessment

• Accreditation for Support Staff in a Catholic School (Category A, Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or willing to achieve.

Applications & Enquiries 

If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Ingrid Hopwood on 02 •••••388 and hopwoodi@ww.catholic.edu.au 

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their skills and experience against the selection criteria or position description to hopwoodi@ww.catholic.edu.au 

If you are applying for this position you must complete a Pre-Employment Declaration as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further.

All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW’s People and Culture team.

Applications Close Tuesday 15th September 2026

"CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care"

"CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds"