47783

Closes: 16 November 2026

Classification: Building Service Officer 3
Salary: $91,717 - $96,019 plus superannuation
Position No: 47783
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 09 November 2026
Contact Officer: Nigel Bourke on Nigel.Bourke@ed.act.edu.au or (02) 6142 2977

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Details: The duties of the position require a high degree of manual activity.  Applicants should possess an appropriate level of functional physical fitness.

In accordance with Directorate policies and in consultation with the supervisor a Building Service Officer 3 (BSO3) will:

• Assume responsibility for the security of the school and cluster buildings, furniture, fittings and equipment. Coordinate, initiate and implement strategies to achieve improved security outcomes.
• Assume responsibility for the school, cluster and associated schools building maintenance including but not limited to:
  • Undertaking regular inspections to determine priorities
  • Coordinating and completing required work to the building, fixtures, fittings, furniture and equipment OR organising and overseeing work
  • Develop, coordinate and implement an annual maintenance program
  • Manage the school's maintenance programs, supervise contractors, initiating and implementing strategies to improve outcomes
• Assume responsibility for day-to-day grounds maintenance work enhancing the school, cluster and associated preschools(s) including, but not limited to:
  • Undertaking regular inspections to determine priorities
  • Completing an annual systematic grounds maintenance program
  • Coordinating and supporting the school's sustainability initiatives as required.
• Operate and monitor the school's heating and cooling systems and initiate and implement strategies to minimise energy usage OR if the school has an automated climate management system, monitor with a view to minimising energy usage.
• Within reasonable safety limits, manage, coordinate and assist with:
  • Stocktake and the receipt and storage of equipment and supplies
  • Rearranging or relocating furniture and equipment
• Undertake relevant administrative tasks as required. Ensure compliance with risk management and safety documentation requirements

Eligibility/Other requirements:

• 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
• Workplace Health and Safety Induction (White Card) or willingness to obtain; General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Asbestos awareness card or a willingness to obtain - Asbestos Awareness Training and evidence of completion delivered by a Registered Training Organisation is required before commencement, for further information refer to: Asbestos Awareness Training - WorkSafe ACT
• Evidence of completion of training delivered by a Registered Training Organisation for Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention is required prior to commencement.
• A pre-employment medical clearance is required prior to commencement. This assessment is at the cost of the Directorate and not the applicant. If/when a request of registration is the final stages of completion, contact will be made with the applicant to organise the medical assessment.
• Mandatory Training in other WHS procedures may be required during employment: for example, Working at Heights, Sharps etc

Desirable:

• An industry recognised trade qualification or equivalent work experience
• A current First Aid certificate

Note: A Merit Pool may be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months

How to Apply: Please provide your current curriculum vitae and statements addressing the Selection Criteria in the attached Position Description.  As this position may be filled by application and referees only, please make sure to include details of nominated referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.

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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