Horticulturalist/Greenkeeper, St Thomas More College, SUNNYBANK

The successful applicant will:

• have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education;

• currently hold or be eligible to hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card; and

• be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.

St Thomas More College has experienced significant growth over the last 8 years and with the building program concluding last year, the landscape master plan has commenced. The employment of a Horticulturalist/Greenkeeper will ensure the College grounds and gardens will be professionally established. The inclusion of a seasonal maintenance plan for the upkeep of the gardens and turfed areas will also be an important task for the successful applicant.

St Thomas More College is a Brisbane Catholic Education co-educational secondary college catering for over 1050 students. Our College opened in 1974 and from inception developed a strong commitment to the pastoral care of students. At the core of all that we do is our mission to provide a holistic education to all students. This mission, inspired by Jesus, is to seek, grow and serve by fostering in all students: a commitment to our Christian faith; a commitment to learning; and a sense of community. Come and share the vision for all our graduates. A vision that is explicit about beliefs, values and capacity for informed choice in an ever changing world. A vision of young people with soul, personal integrity and the skills to achieve success in life.

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Estimated Start Date:   Commencing February 2019

Position Tenure:   Continuing

Weeks Worked:  School term weeks - plus additional hours/weeks as negotiated

Tenure Duration (If Fixed Term):   N/A

Total Paid Hours (per wk) & Days Required:   38 hours per week, 7.6 hours per day.

Salary Level, Range or Hourly Rate:   Services Staff - Level 3

Employment Conditions:   Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement 2015-2019

This position involves working with children.  The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with the law.

Contact Person:   Sharne Davies

Contact Telephone Number:   3323 4600

Contact Email:   sdavies@stmc.qld.edu.au

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