Buildings, Grounds and Maintenance Assistant

Full-time | Ongoing | Commences 20 July or by Negotiation

Northshore Christian Grammar School (NCGS), a growing K–12 school located in the coastal suburb of Alkimos, is part of the Swan Christian Education Association (SCEA). NCGS provides Christ-centred, values-based education that empowers students to become all God created them to be. With over 900 students and a strong reputation for community and staff satisfaction, NCGS is a vibrant learning environment grounded in Christian mission and purpose.

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Buildings, Grounds and Maintenance Assistant to join our growing team in a full-time, ongoing position, to start on the 20th of July or at a negotiated time.

The successful applicant will contribute significantly to the daily experience of our school community. Through your consistent upkeep of facilities, grounds and equipment, you will ensure a safe, functional and welcoming environment where students and staff can focus on teaching and learning. By proactively addressing maintenance needs, supporting site safety and maintaining high presentation standards, you will underpin the smooth operation of the school and help create a space where the whole community can thrive.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• General facilities maintenance and minor repairs across school buildings and grounds.
• Maintain lawns, gardens, irrigation systems and outdoor spaces to a high standard.
• Support workplace health and safety compliance and emergency response activities.
• Assist with contractors, site works, maintenance projects and campus upgrades.
• Provide operational support including event setup, equipment upkeep and maintenance requests.
• Maintain site security, accurate records and effective communication with staff and contractors.

Essential Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrate a committed Christian faith by actively supporting the College’s Christian life and aligning with the Association’s Statement of Faith, Christian Lifestyle Statement, and educational objectives.
• Skills that enable completing minor maintenance projects efficiently, with a commitment to delivering a consistently high standard of service.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively both independently and under supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and the wider community.
• Basic knowledge of pesticides and insecticides, and operating general maintenance with hand, power, and gardening equipment.
• Holds, or is willing to obtain, a Working with Children Check and Department of Education Criminal History Clearance, Class C driver’s licence, and your own reliable transport.

Desirable:
(Include where appropriate in your response)

• An awareness of occupational health and safety issues.

What We Offer:

• A purpose-filled support role in a vibrant, faith-aligned school community.
• Competitive salary packaging, professional development, and staff support structures.
• A collaborative, prayerful and supportive Christian work culture.

How to Apply:

If you’re a hands-on worker seeking to make a meaningful contribution as the Buildings, Grounds and Maintenance Assistant, we invite you to apply online via the SCEA website: Working with Us

We invite you to read the attached information pack that includes the job description with a full list of duties and selection criteria to address. Online applications should be submitted by the 26th June 2026, however shortlisting will begin immediately, and SCEA reserves the right to close this advert before this date.

Applications must include:

• A cover letter that includes:
• Your reason for applying
• A Christian lifestyle statement
• A response to the Essential and Desirable Criteria
• A current resume/CV
• Copies of qualifications, current Working with Children Card, and Department of Education Criminal History Clearance, or willingness to apply for one.

Only online applications that provide the above requirements will be considered.

For confidential enquiries, please contact Jean Andre Spangenberg on 1300 388 905 or email jeanandre.spangenberg@scea.wa.edu.au

About SCEA

Swan Christian Education Association (SCEA) is a not-for-profit network of seven schools across Perth. With over 900 staff and 5000 students, SCEA is united in its mission:
“We value and empower every student to become all God created them to be.”