Classification: Building Service Officer 3
Salary: $91,717 - $96,019 plus superannuation
Position No: 57074
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 09 July 2026
Contact Officer: Nick Stewart on [email protected] or (02) 6142 0660
Details: Arawang Primary School is seeking a proactive, reliable Building Services Officer Level 3 (BSO3) to support the safe, efficient and effective operation of our school facilities and grounds.
This hands-on role is ideal for someone who takes pride in maintaining high-quality learning environments and enjoys working both independently and collaboratively within a school community. The successful applicant will play a key role in ensuring that our buildings, grounds and facilities are safe, welcoming and maintained to support high-quality teaching and learning.
As the BSO3, you will be responsible for the security, maintenance and presentation of school buildings, grounds, furniture, equipment and associated preschool facilities. You will coordinate planned and reactive maintenance programs, supervise contractors, undertake repairs, support sustainability initiatives, monitor heating and cooling systems to maximise energy efficiency, and ensure compliance with workplace health and safety, risk management and regulatory requirements.
The successful applicant will demonstrate strong practical maintenance and problem-solving skills, excellent organisational abilities and a commitment to supporting a positive learning environment for students, staff and visitors. You will have the ability to prioritise competing demands, work effectively with minimal supervision, maintain accurate records and build positive working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a vibrant school community while helping to create and maintain outstanding learning and play environments for our students.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Eligibility/Other requirements: Applicants must hold, or be able to obtain prior to commencement:
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Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra (act.gov.au)
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Asbestos Awareness Training.
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Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention Training.
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Construction Industry White Card.
Highly Desirable:
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An industry recognised trade qualification or equivalent work experience.
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A current First Aid certificate.
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Working at Heights training
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Sharps training
Notes: A merit pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
How to Apply: We encourage you to discuss this role with the contact officer prior to submitting your application, please submit your response of no more than two pages addressing the Selection Criteria considering the position overview, together with your curriculum vitae and names of two referees. Please provide evidence of your suitability for the role by including examples that clearly demonstrate your relevant Skills, Knowledge and Behavioural capabilities as required.
Applications should be submitted .
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.
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