Grounds & Maintenance Officer

Prendiville Catholic College is a Catholic co-educational College established by the Archdiocese in 1986 with over 1100 students from Year 7-12.  The College is a community of faith and learning modelled on the College motto ‘Christus Pastor Meus – Christ My Shepherd’ where everyone feels Safe, Happy, Included and Respected – The Prendiville Way.

Prendiville Catholic College is seeking a motivated and hands-on Grounds & Maintenance Officer   to join our facilities team and help maintain our vibrant and well-presented campus.

This is a busy, varied and active role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in practical work, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

If you enjoy working with your hands, staying active throughout the day and seeing the results of your work around a large campus, this could be a great opportunity for you.

The role is offered for a one-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension/permanency. 

Please do not apply through this website. All applications must be emailed to [email protected]

The Position | Grounds & Maintenance Officer

Employment conditions | Full-time | Temporary one year contract, with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Commencement date | as soon as possible | to be negotiated at interview.

Application closing date | 2pm, Tuesday 31 March 2026.

Salary | In accordance with the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Perth Non-Teaching Staff Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2014.

• $65,076 - $68,838 per annum (as at 01.01.26)

• 48 weeks per year (full-time) plus 4 weeks annual leave.

• Hours are Monday to Friday, 6.30 am to 3.00 pm

• 1 Rostered Day off per calendar month

Enquiries | Can be directed to the Director of Business Operations via email at [email protected].

Key Requirements are as follows:

General Maintenance:

As well as the normal responsibilities of a Grounds and Maintenance Officer, the successful applicant will actively support College operations with the following:

• Undertake duties required to maintain the grounds, ovals, grass areas and garden beds. 

• Maintain irrigation systems and monitor the College grounds presentation.

• Keep outdoor areas clean, tidy and hazard-free.

• Assist with General maintenance duties around the College.

• Compliance with all relevant legislative and regulatory obligations.

• Flexibility in the workplace, open to new ideas and concepts, working independently or as part of a team and to be able to carry out multiple tasks or projects.

• Occasional after-hour work as required.

• Undertake other duties as directed by the Property Manager and Head of Grounds.

• A willingness to undertake tasks as requested by the Principal or their delegate.

Campus Operations:

• Assist with set-ups for College events and activities.

• Support the wider facilities team with day-to-day operational tasks.

• Report maintenance issues and assist with resolving them efficiently.

Your Application | must be emailed to [email protected].

Please include the following information as part of your application:

• Covering letter of introduction.  Please include a short description outlining your reasons for applying for this position.

• Current Resume.

• The official College Non-Teaching Application form, located on the College website. www.prendiville.wa.edu.au/about/employment/, which includes the contact details of your referees and current employer.

Please refer to our website for the full Job Description for this position at www.prendiville.wa.edu.au