About Us
TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training provider in the State, with a history of serving Queensland communities for more than 140 years.
At TAFE Queensland, we hold true to our values and keep our customers at the centre of everything we do. By living these values, we continue to strengthen TAFE Queensland's reputation as a leading provider of high-quality education and training. Our people are recognised for demonstrating these values in their everyday work:
Safety First
Focusing on our customer
Taking responsibility
Showing initiative
Working together
The Role
We have an exciting temporary part-time General Hand and Grounds position to join our Facilities and Infrastructure team at TAFE Queensland's Caboolture Campus.
As the General Hand and Grounds, you will contribute to the delivery of Vocational Education and Training (VET) services through the provision of efficient and effective services to maintenance of TAFE QLD grounds and gardens including maintenance other support duties as determined.
This position reports to the Campus Site Coordinator.
Salary
The salary range for a General Hand and Grounds is $61,847.27 - $66,872.07 (gross) per annum plus superannuation contributions of 12.75% of your salary.
Benefits
12.75% Superannuation and Salary packaging options available
Wellbeing initiatives and social responsibility programs
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Annual staff recognition awards and years of service recognition
Free car parking
Key responsibilities
Contribute to the success of transformation and cultural change through promoting and modelling the established values of Safety First, Working Together, Focusing on our Customer, Taking Responsibility and Showing Initiative.
Assist in the moving, setting up and arrangement of furniture and other items required for the effective delivery of teaching programs.
Assist in the movement, relocation, collection and/or delivery of equipment, goods and other items, including preparing and assembling/dismantling of materials for display/promotions necessary for the effective operation of TAFE Queensland Brisbane's activities.
Assist in ensuring all tools, equipment and machinery is maintained to a reasonable and safe condition, performing minor maintenance and repairs as required.
Report all Work Health and Safety environmental issues to the Campus Site Coordinator for monitoring and resolution.
Perform regular (grounds) maintenance of lawns, trees, shrubs, pots and gardens including watering, planting, pruning, mowing, fertilising, pest and weed control where necessary.
Ensure that presentation of grounds and surrounds are maintained to a high standard across locations.
Waste Management and appropriate disposal of litter and waste.
Liaise with management regarding periodic maintenance of facilities.
When necessary, assist and support other operational staff within Facilities, Infrastructure and Safety.
Ensure you are familiar with relevant TAFE Queensland policies and procedures.
Maintain a safe working environment in relation to infrastructure operations, ensuring adherence with legislative requirements and TAFE Queensland's policies and procedures.
Maintain a current knowledge of legislation, policies, procedures and processes relevant to TAFE Queensland Brisbane as well as an understanding of TAFE Queensland's products and services.
Undertake other work as directed.
How you will be assessed
Within the context of the role description above, the ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:
Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of simple tasks involving labouring, minor maintenance, minor workplace upkeep, limited grounds-care skills and pickup and delivery practices.
Ability to work independently and organise, track and prioritise tasks to meet set deadlines, displays flexibility and responsiveness and has the initiative, attitude and ability to thrive within a dynamic, challenging and changing environment.
A strong commitment to working in a team environment.
Demonstrated commitment to the values of the organisation through modelling behaviours and the provision of outstanding client service.
Demonstrated ability in discharging duties of a grounds care nature with demonstrated effectiveness in achieving goals.
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, including ability in working and accepting responsibilities as a team member.
Demonstrated knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety issues as applied in a working environment
Mandatory requirements:
Possession of a current 'C' Class Drivers Licence
Possession of ACDC license or willingness to attain one
Audiometric Testing Requirement: Due to potential exposure to hazardous noise, the incumbent is required to undergo audiometric testing arranged by TAFE Queensland within three (3) months of commencement and at regular intervals thereafter, in accordance with the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011.
Highly Desirable
Candidates who possess the following will be highly regarded:
Possession of a Certificate III in horticulture or equivalent.
Possession of a current Forklift license; or willingness to attain one
How to apply
To apply for this role, please provide the following:
a detailed resume including the contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor); and
a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that outlines your experience, skills and abilities and responds to the 'How you will be assessed' criteria.
Applications must be submitted via TAFE Queensland's Recruitment Portal
Candidate applications may be considered for same or similar vacancies within 12 months of original advertisement closing date.
Closing date: 11.59pm, 10 August 2026
Job Reference Number: TQ2026-746
Contact:
Warren McMillan
Campus Site Coordinator
Email: Warren
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