Closing date: 9 February 2018 Maintenance Department Trades Person / Caretaker Full-time ongoing position 5 weeks annual leave Role Description Presbyterian Ladies College Melbourne is a leading ELC-Year 12 Christian independent school for girls offering both the VCE and International Baccalaureate, with an outstanding academic tradition, an international focus and strong pastoral and co-curricular programs focusing on encouraging leadership, service and lifelong personal development and learning. PLC seeks to appoint staff with the highest professional skills who can actively support the Christian teachings and ethos of the College. All staff must commit to a culture that supports and embraces Child Safe Standards. Child Safety Commitment All students who attend Presbyterian Ladies College Melbourne (PLC) have a right to feel and to be safe. The wellbeing and safety of all students in our care is our first priority and we have zero tolerance to child abuse. The protection of students is the responsibility of everyone who is employed at, or is engaged by PLC in childconnected work. To ensure the safety and best interests of all students, we take into account the needs of those with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage, those from culturally and / or linguistically diverse backgrounds and those with a disability. Staff Obligation to Child Safety All staff at Presbyterian Ladies College Melbourne (PLC) take an active role, and are well informed of their obligations in relation to Child Safety under Ministerial Order No. 870 Child Safe Standards. The PLC Child Safety Commitment is incorporated into the School s employment cycle from recruitment and reference checking to induction and a commitment to regular Professional Learning. All staff at PLC are required to sign a statement that they have read, understood and agree to abide by the PLC Child Safety Policy and the PLC Child Safety Staff Code of Conduct. In addition to meeting your core functions, duties and responsibilities as outlined, all staff are also required to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all PLC students and any young people who visit PLC to engage in PLC approved activities promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom PLC provides services ensure that all interactions with students are positive and safe provide adequate care and supervision of all students, not only on the campus but whenever students are involved in PLC approved activities act as a positive role model at all times for students 1
report any suspicions, concerns, allegations or disclosures of alleged abuse to a Child Safety Officer maintain valid VIT or WWCC documentation report to the Principal any criminal charges or convictions received during the course of employment or volunteering that may indicate a possible risk to children and young people, including any such charges or convictions prior to employment Staff Expectations All staff are expected to support the Christian teachings and ethos of the College. Teaching Staff are expected to be exemplary role models in the profession of teaching. Non Teaching Staff are expected to be professional and maintain the highest standards of work practice. All Teaching staff are required to be active participants in the College s pastoral care system and to actively support Year Level Coordinators and the Deputy Principal (Students) or the Head of Junior School in caring for all students. This includes maintaining a positive learning environment, proactively monitoring and supporting student wellbeing, and providing pastoral care in a manner which reflects the College s values. Teaching Staff are also expected to attend scheduled staff meetings, House meetings, Year Level meetings, School Assemblies, Chapel Services, Whole School, Year Level and House events undertake all rostered duties develop and maintain professional relationships with colleagues adhere to all College policies participate in outdoor education and co-curricular programs maintain current First Aid certification and other certification as appropriate to their Department requirements be eligible to work in Australia Attributes of PLC Staff PLC staff will show a willingness to uphold and support the ethos, expectations and requirements of the College, be a life long learner, pursue personal and professional growth, seek to support students in all their endeavours, respect and seek meaningful communication with parents / guardians, be empathic and respectful of others views, considerate and self-disciplined. Staff Experience All staff are required to have completed appropriate training and have suitable qualifications for the task or role they undertake. They are also required to ensure all further ongoing training and updating of skills is undertaken as required. Staff should actively pursue professional development regardless of the role or position they hold at the College. All staff will be inducted and participate in ongoing training in child safety. Mrs Dawn Clements Principal January 2018 2
Duties Specific to the Position Maintenance Department Trades Person / Caretaker Full-time ongoing position 5 weeks annual leave Presbyterian Ladies College is seeking to appoint a suitable person to assist our maintenance and caretaking team with general trades, maintenance and operational tasks. Working hours are generally 7.15am to 4.00pm with a 45 minute lunch break. These hours can vary due significant events, or high work load. This role will also include some relief caretaking involving an early shift 6.00am to 2.45pm, or an evening shift 1.15pm to 10.00pm, from time to time (relevant allowances apply to these shifts). This position requires general building maintenance knowledge spaning such trades as painting and carpentry. The role can also include a variety of works as directed by the Facilities Manager, or by persons appointed by them, to do such works as traffic management, event bump in and bump outs, sporting set ups etc. The Trades / Handy Person role is to ensure that the works follow best practice standards in OH&S; that all assigned tasks are completed correctly and meet agreed standards expected for the tasks allocated. They will ensure all maintenance records are completed and lodged in the correct way to ensure accurate record keeping. In the position of Trades / Handy Person at Presbyterian Ladies College your responsibilities under the Facilities Manager and Operations Supervisor will include, but are not limited to: working as part of the Facilities team recommend capital works or equipment and refurbishments requirements in their area of expertise as directed, manage and supervise the work of contracted service providers to ensure that works are done safely and in accordance with relevant codes and standards complete repairs and modifications to buildings, furniture and equipment as directed occasional minor plumbing, electrical, painting, cabinet making assist with the setup of College events, including bump in and bump out painting as required of interior and exterior of facilities and other items as directed carry out basic plumbing tasks such as unblocking drains and toilets. replacement of light globes as required assist with the set-up / pack-up for College events and functions including sporting equipment, theatre productions, exam desks, trestle tables and chairs, marquees, transportation of equipment, and food and beverages working at heights using either ladders, scaffold or Elevated Working Platforms. assist with the unlocking or locking up of the College campus as may be required. be available to drive the College bus (24 seat and 12 seat) upon request emptying of rubbish bins cleaning and inspecting machinery after each use, reporting any problems to the appropriate manager assisting with traffic management assist other College maintenance staff on a as required basis assisting other tradespersons maintain a safe working environment be available for reasonable overtime upon request and do evening shift if required other maintenance or construction duties as directed by the Head of Grounds or Facilities Manager (which may include paid overtime) 3
In the position of Caretaker at Presbyterian Ladies College your responsibilities under the Facilities Manager and Operations Supervisor will include, but are not limited to: Unlokcing and locking the College, including dis and re-alarming the College Performing a range of security duties, including patrols, alarm responses, emergency procedures and preparing incident reports Responsibility for the security and basic maintenance of school property Key Results Areas Responsibility Complete delegated works effectively and efficiently Deliver a high standard of work Work safely at heights Achieve results within established budgets. Help the maintenance department deliver good customer service Maintain a relevant level of knowledge and skills required to complete works Comply with the College s Occupational Health and Safety policy Assist with the set-up / pack-up for events and functions, including assisting with the transportation of necessary equipment and food and beverages Provide crossing supervisor / traffic management tasks Assist tradespersons Key Performance Measures Keep a schedule of tasks up-to-date. Sign off completed tasks. Report any uncompleted task. Only take on those tasks allocated. Report any additional requests for works to the Operations supervisor. Provide evidence of prioritising of tasks. Reworked tasks to comprise no more than 5% of tasks performed per annum. Compliance to the College s OH & S policy. Use correct procedures when working at heights. Costs of works and materials not to exceed allocated budget with our prior approval. Know and understand who the customer is Effectively manage customer communications. Respond in a reasonable time to requests by others Communicate well with the maintenance team Keep updated on communications methods used in the maintenance dept. This would include but not be limited to: Use of email Basic computing skills Use of mobile phone and devices. Attend relevant skills updates as required Maintain a relevant knowledge of current affairs Prepare hazard identifications for all relevant tasks. Prepare Job Safety Analysis for tasks identified as having a risk. Follow agreed Safe operating procedures. Report any near misses. Participate in seeking safe ways to complete task throughout the College. This includes College events such as the Twilight Picnic and staff functions hosted by the Principal. Assist with setting up of marquees for functions This includes the Junior School drop-off / pick-up point on a regular basis, and at the main entrance to the College on occasion e.g. special events Respond to requests for assistance for tradespersons 4
Other duties as directed by the Facilities Manager or Business Manager (which may include paid overtime) Responsible for ensuring rubbish bins around the College are managed and that grounds and gardens are free of rubbish from PLC staff in a reasonable time frame. Respond to requests for assistance from PLC staff in a reasonable time frame. Ensure rubbish bins are emptied and that grounds including fence lines are litter free. Provide and maintain a program for these works Essential qualification and experience Qualification Qualification in one of the following trades: o Carpenter o Painter o Cabinet maker Ability to undertake more than one of these roles would be desirable Working with Children Check (WWCC) for Employees Experience Demonstrate at least three years experience in a similar position (not restricted to schools) A team player, with a can do attitude, with strong communication skills and the ability to work under general supervision or unsupervised and show initiative OH& S supervisors Health and safety representative Handling of Chemicals Ability to prioritise numerous tasks and proactively solve problem Heavy rigid licence for a manual vehicle Mentoring of staff and apprentices Use of Microsoft office and IT scheduling skills 5+ years relevant experience in providing maintenance services Essential competencies (knowledge, skills and attributes) OH&S as it applies to the trades and maintenance industry Knowledge of all relevant equipment and use of PPE Use of maintenance request and job ticketing systems Key relationship with Internal Head of Grounds OH&S Manager Head of Junior School Director of Early Learning Centre Deputy Principal Aquatic Centre Manager External Plumber Electrician Fire services External contractors Reports to: Facilities Manager Operations Supervisor - Maintenance 5
Hours Working hours are generally generally 7.15am to 4.00pm. You are entitled to a 45 minute lunch break with 15 minutes for morning tea and an RDO once per month. These hours may vary slightly during the summer months, including an earlier commencement time. Annual Leave 5 weeks per year to be taken in consultation with the Faciities Manager, including during the College s annual Christmas shut-down. Classification This position is full-time ongoing and will be classified as a Trades Person, Level 4 or 5, depending on the successful candidates experience and qualifications, in accordance with the Presbyterian Ladies College General Staff Agreement 2015. How to Apply: Download and complete the application form Application for Employment Non - Academic Staff, and attach your covering letter and CV, including references (optional), copies of university transcripts and the names and telephone numbers of three confidential referees, and email to principal@plc.vic.edu.au or post by Friday 9 February 2018 to: Mrs Dawn Clements Principal Presbyterian Ladies College, Melbourne 141 Burwood Highway Burwood Vic 3125 January 2018 Please direct any enquiries to Mr Hamish Blair, Business Manager 9808 5811. 6