Grounds & Maintenance Officer

Grounds & Maintenance Officer | St Matthew's Catholic School, Mudgee 

Permanent | Part-time (67.6 hours per fortnight) 

Commencing ASAP by negotiation 

Hourly rate ranging from $27.87 - $35.94  

About Role 

St Matthew's Catholic School, Mudgee is seeking a skilled Grounds & Maintenance Officer to join the team in a permanent part-time capacity, working 67.6 hours per fortnight. This role supports the operational services of the school, including building maintenance, and grounds upkeep. 

A full description of the duties and expectations of a Grounds & Maintenance Officer can be found here. 

Responsibilities Include:

• Maintenance and care of lawns, sporting ovals and gardens. 
• Preparation of ovals for sporting events and carnivals as required. 
• Management and safe distribution of organic and chemical pesticide sprays and fertilisers. 
• Safely operate and maintain machinery as required. 
• Liaise with, and monitor, external contractors to ensure contractual expectations are delivered to a satisfactory standard if required. 
• Assist with maintenance tasks as directed by the School Principal. 
• Contribute to the cleanliness and good order of the grounds and maintenance storage and work areas. 
• Undertake the cleanliness and appearances of the externals of buildings and structures as required. 

Why work for us? 

• Flexibility in working hours. 

• Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications. 

• Diocesan-wide supportive and collaborative culture.

• Access to wide range of company benefits such as Fitness Passport. 

• Generous leave entitlements. 

Click here to find out more about Mudgee, NSW.

About Us

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

St Matthews Catholic School, located in Mudgee, NSW, offers Kindergarten to Year 12 education in a thriving community. With unprecedented growth over the past decade, our multi-campus system now accommodates over 1000 students. Our Primary Campus delivers exceptional learning experiences for Kindergarten to Year 6 students, while our secondary campus experiences remarkable enrollment growth. Committed to a faith-centered education, we foster academic, spiritual, and personal growth. Our vibrant community is founded on strong values, providing a rewarding work environment amidst the picturesque beauty of Mudgee.

Click here to find out more about St Matthew’s Catholic School, Mudgee.

How to Apply

If you’re looking to make the next step in your career, we would like to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume

• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement

• Contact details of appropriate referees

• All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on 30 October 2025. 

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the School on (02) 6372 1742.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.