SCHOOL FACILITIES MAINTENANCE TEAM MEMBER

**Position Description**

Job Title School Facilities Maintenance

Team Member

Commencement 16 February 2026

Classification School Operation Services

Employees

Level Level 2 – Level 5

Salary $60,597pa - $75,271pa Job Type Full Time

Website www.essington.nt.edu.au Location The Essington School, Darwin

Contact Tania Johnson hr@essington.nt.edu.au

**Context Statement**

The Essington School was established in 1989 and offers high quality childcare, preschool, early childhood,

junior and senior school programs. The school is parent-led, non-denominational and co-educational with a

reputation for innovation and high-quality learning outcomes at a national and international level.

The Essington School is committed to delivering a world class education built on a foundation of high standards

and respectful relationships. We foster a culture of excellence, underpinned by our school values and a focus

on achievement and wellbeing. In partnership with our community, we provide a comprehensive pathway

from Preschool to Year 12, ensuring our young people have every opportunity to reach their potential and

engage positively in the world beyond.

**Position Objective**

The School Facilities Maintenance Officer supports the safe, clean, and effective operation of the school by

maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment. The role responds to routine and urgent maintenance

needs, assists with school operations and events, and ensures all work is completed in line with safety

requirements and school policies.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Carry out general maintenance and minor repairs across school facilities
• Respond to routine and urgent maintenance requests
• Conduct regular checks of buildings and grounds to identify safety or maintenance issues
• Maintain school grounds and outdoor areas
• Assist with room set-ups and school events as required
• Use tools and equipment safely and appropriately
• Work collaboratively with school staff and contractors
• Follow all workplace health and safety requirements

**Selection Criteria**

Essential

• Basic knowledge of building maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical

systems

• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools and related equipment
• Physical fitness and capacity to undertake a range of manual tasks safely
• Completion of secondary schooling or equivalent
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and respond promptly to routine and

urgent requests

• Demonstrated use of initiative, responsibility, and practical problem-solving
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work constructively with staff,

contractors, and the school community

• Hold, or be willing to obtain, a First Aid Certificate

Desirable

• Experience in facilities, grounds maintenance, landscaping, or horticulture, including the care of

playing fields and gardens

• Knowledge of aquaponics systems
• Medium Rigid Drivers Licence, or willingness to obtain
• Experience using chemicals safely in accordance with industry standards
• Familiarity with workplace safety systems and procedures

**Appointment Conditions**

The employee must

• Obtain a valid Working with Children Clearance (the “Ochre Card”) and a satisfactory Police Security

Check and maintain these clearances for the duration of employment

• Hold a valid Australian Drivers Licence
• Follow Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) requirements and school policies

This job description is intended as a framework for performance review conducted by the Facilities Manager,

who reserves the right to amend roles, responsibilities, and requirements as necessary to meet the operational

needs of the school.

Your performance and remuneration package will be reviewed at three months and again at six months

following commencement. These reviews may or may not result in a salary adjustment, at the discretion of

the Business Manager.

Superannuation Guarantee contributions at the current rate of 12% will be paid by the school in addition to

salary.

The Essington School offers employment benefits, including reduced tuition fees for family members and

increased stand-down periods.

Applications must include a detailed resume and a one-page summary addressing your suitability to

the position.