About the role
The Grounds Minor Maintenance Officer is a hands-on, casual role responsible for delivering planned and reactive maintenance across the City’s Swim Sport & Leisure facilities. The position plays a key role in ensuring grounds, plant, equipment and facilities are presented to a high standard and maintained in a safe, compliant environment for patrons and staff, while minimising risk and service disruption.

Work type: Casual
Classification: Casual, Band 4 $46.67 p/h (including casual loading)

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver planned, reactive and preventative minor maintenance across Swim Sport & Leisure facilities, including aquatic plant and equipment servicing, minor repairs and general building presentation.
• Undertake grounds maintenance activities such as lawn mowing, garden care, planting and minor tree pruning to ensure facilities are safe, well presented and fit for purpose.
• Monitor, service and maintain outdoor pool facilities during off-season periods to support asset longevity and ensure smooth seasonal reopening.
• Respond promptly to maintenance issues and equipment faults to minimise disruption to services and ensure the safety of patrons, staff and contractors.
• Work in accordance with Council policies, Occupational Health & Safety requirements and relevant legislation, proactively identifying and reporting hazards and risks.
• Liaise effectively with Swim Sport & Leisure staff, contractors and members of the public to support efficient maintenance delivery and a positive customer experience.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have proven experience in commercial pool and grounds maintenance, supported by strong mechanical aptitude and a practical, hands-on approach to problem solving. You will be self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision, and committed to maintaining safe, well-presented facilities while delivering high-quality customer service.

Essential Experience:

• Relevant trade qualification or appropriate industry experience
• Working with Children Check.
• Current Drivers Licence
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Brian Happ, Facilities Operations Coordinator | 5272 4306 | BHapp@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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