Gardener / Maintenance

Location : North East Region | Benalla

Job type : Full time / From 03 / 02 / 2025 - 19 / 12 / 2025

Organisation : Schools (Government)

• Salary
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Occupation : Facilities Management

Reference : 1460285

Benalla P-12 College is located in the Rural City of Benalla which is ideally located close to the Victorian snowfields and the major centres of Wangaratta and Shepparton. The town is surrounded by quality wineries and a variety of natural environments, with the Murray River only an hour away. Melbourne is easily reached in two hours along the Hume Freeway and the Melbourne to Wodonga railway line also runs through the city.

Benalla P-12 College was established in January 2013 as a result of the merger of all four government schools in Benalla. The College has a student population of approximately 870. We provide a vibrant teaching and stimulating learning environment that commences with Grade Prep and continues through the secondary years to VCE and VCAL.

Our College structure from 2025 will have 3 separate sites across the town :

Avon Campus (P-5)

Waller Campus (P-6)

Faithfull Campus (7-12)

Each site has an Assistant Principal and there is also a College Principal.

The Benalla P-12 College vision is to ensure that every child learns and is prepared for the future through a commitment to excellence in teaching, high expectations and positive relationships in a safe and inclusive environment. Our College values of Respect, Responsibility, High Expectations and Integrity also drive our work and focus.

We provide our students with opportunities to develop leadership skills through a range of programs and formal leadership positions available on each campus. We recognise that a safe and orderly learning environment and high expectations are essential elements in ensuring that all our students learn and reach their full potential and we achieve this through the implementation of the School Wide Positive Behaviour Support Program.

Students are well-known by their teachers at Benalla P-12 College, and high priority is placed on student wellbeing. We have a strong team of experienced and effective wellbeing staff to support our students to be at their best and ready to learn each and every day.

Staff at Benalla P-12 College work in teams and Professional Learning Communities. They plan collaboratively and use data to inform their teaching practice in line with our evidence based Teaching Cycle.

Work during school holiday periods may be required for this position.

Undertake routine gardening and maintenance task under the supervision and direction of the Facilities Manager.

Undertake regular gardening and maintenance as directed by the Facilities Manager, Principal and or Assistant Principals across all campuses

Empty outdoor rubbish bins

Blower / vac paths and entrances

Water, mow and edge lawns including nature strips

Prune shrubs and trees and keep pathways clear of excess growth

Ensure all trees adjacent to buildings are kept lopped away from roof lines

Support planting and remodelling of gardens as required, including any newly established gardens or curriculum based initiatives

Remove fallen trees or limbs within level of expertise

Maintain and secure hoses, sprinklers, pumping equipment and watering systems

Sweep drains and remove rubbish to ensure adequate drainage

Blower-vac asphalt areas required for PE classes as required to ensure the safety of class activities

Coordinate the control of pests and vermin as required in conjunction with the Facilities Manager

Move furniture and equipment as required

Undertake minor maintenance eg broken locks, board up broken windows, repair doors

Remove graffiti as soon as possible after detection

Undertake OH&S Training and adhere to all safety regulations

A current Drivers Licence is required for this position

Other duties at the discretion of the Principal

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and / or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

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