THE OPPORTUNITY

Salary: $51,909 gross per annum (pro-rata) plus 11% super. Reasonable overtime will be offered which can be taken as a 25% salary loading equating to $12,977 p.a. by agreement.
Time Fraction: Full time, 1.0 EFT.   
Location: Eildon campus.
WWCC: Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining and maintaining an ‘employee’ Working with Children Check.
Position Status: Contract of employment until 31 December 2025.

Join our team as a General Tradesperson at the Eildon campus!

Your main duty will be to ensure the smooth maintenance of our buildings and equipment, along with monitoring and maintaining the water supply infrastructure and overseeing fire services and swimming pools. Additionally, you'll provide essential support for the daily operation of our rural property, including accommodation, catering, and rural learning services.

This full-time position comes with a flexible seven-day schedule to adapt to our business requirements. If you're a Murrindindi local or considering making it your home, take this opportunity to become a valued member of the Holmesglen at Eildon family!

ABOUT YOU

• Evidence of eligibility to work in Australia.
• Certificate III or higher in a relevant building trade and relevant work experience.
• Driver’s Licence (VIC) & certificates related to the operation of heavy garden maintenance machinery including tractors, back hoe and welding equipment.
• Knowledge of maintenance requirements of a remote area rural and hospitality venue operating with no mains water or town sewerage.
• Experience in general building and facilities maintenance including gardening and landscape operations
• Familiarity with local area including familiarity with goods and services suppliers, utility providers repair and maintenance companies.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work without guidance and no supervision and executive job priorities to a high standard.

ABOUT US

Holmesglen is a leading education provider, valued by local and international learners, industry and the community. We are recognised for innovation in education and training, applied research, creativity and entrepreneurship. Our open, collaborative and quality-driven culture inspires learners and staff to excel.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

Holmesglen is committed to continuing to provide a safe workplace and have put systems and support in place for all our employees to work and deliver safely and flexibly.

Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

We provide our staff with:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing programs
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Onsite parking and close proximity to public transport
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Flexibility to achieve work life balance
• Opportunities for all

We commit to respond to every applicant.

Employees attending certain workplace settings, including health and care facilities, may be required to be meet mandatory vaccination obligations.

TO APPLY

For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the position description, please click here.

All applicants must attach a Resume and Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria (located on the last page of the Position Description). Please note, incomplete applications may not be considered.

Applications close 11:59 pm Thursday 09^th May 2024.

Like to know more? Please contact the General Manager of Holmesglen at Eildon – Rozanne Lawton 03 5774 2631 or email at rozanne.lawton@holmesglen.edu.au

For application queries, please contact recruit@holmesglen.edu.au.

If you require specific support to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources Department on 03 9564 1813 and we will work with you to identify the best way to assist.