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School Repairs NSW | Education Maintenance & Building Upgrades DoE

Over the past several months, our team has been tasked with conducting inspections and maintenance works across multiple schools in the Northern Sydney region. These schools include Ermington Public School, Ermington West Public School, Meadowbank, Melrose Park, West Ryde, Ryde, Rydalmere, Rydalmere East Public School, Marsden High School and Ryde Secondary College. This initiative has been coordinated under the direction of School Infrastructure NSW (SINSW) and the Department of Education.

During these inspections, we identified a variety of maintenance issues and equipment requiring urgent attention. In accordance with the work orders issued, we promptly addressed these concerns to ensure the safety, functionality and integrity of the affected facilities.

Of particular note were the repair works completed at Ryde Secondary College, West Ryde Public School and Ermington West Public School. At Ryde Secondary College, we responded to reports of a deteriorating ceiling, where paint was visibly peeling and structural concerns were beginning to emerge. We undertook necessary action to remediate the issue and restore the ceiling to a safe condition.

In addition we repaired timber play equipment at West Ryde and Ryde Secondary College so outdoor areas remain safe and accessible for students and staff. These actions reflect our commitment to School Repairs NSW delivery with consistent site controls and QA records.

We remain committed to efficient high quality Education Maintenance Sydney services across allocated sites. Building Upgrades DoE outcomes are supported through structured scheduling and clear communication and documentation aligned to SISNW processes.

Scope & Challenges​

The scope of these works include:

  • Removing of damaged paint and ceiling plaster
  • Installation of new plasterboard ceilings
  • Preparation of plasterboards for painting
  • Removal and replacement of broken timber from playground equipment
  • Reinforcement of cracked timber using bog, followed by sanding and painting
  • Removal of tree stumps to eliminate tripping hazards
  • Installation of artificial turf to restore aesthetics
  • Repairing wooden play equipment and providing extra stability to their footing.
  • Clean up and disposal
  • Report writing

The scope of these works includes removing damaged paint and ceiling plaster and installing new plasterboard ceilings and preparing plasterboards for painting. It also includes timber play equipment repairs and reinstatement works plus clean up and disposal plus report writing. This scope supports School Repairs NSW and Education Maintenance Sydney continuity across multiple sites.

A key challenge is managing multiple stakeholders in active school environments while maintaining safe work zones. Scheduling can be impacted by school events and access restrictions so Building Upgrades DoE coordination needs clear lead times and site ready planning.

Safety and Environment | Quality​

Safety controls are applied on every school site with exclusion zones signage and barricading where required. Dust and noise are managed to protect students and staff and visitors which is essential for School Repairs NSW delivery. Education Maintenance Sydney planning also includes material handling and waste controls that suit school settings.

Quality workmanship is prioritised across all jobs with inspections before works begin and follow up checks after completion. Repairs are documented and verified to support Building Upgrades DoE record keeping and to reduce repeat defects. School Repairs NSW outcomes rely on consistent methods and clear close out evidence.

Community & Timeframe

Our teams plan works to minimise disruption to classes and assemblies and exams. We coordinate with school staff so the community experiences safe access and clear communication during Education Maintenance Sydney activities.

Job durations vary by complexity with many tasks completed in a single visit while others require return visits for drying times or material matching. We aim to complete works within the required window where possible and keep Building Upgrades DoE schedules aligned to school operations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common external changes depend on the property type and the relevant approvals pathway. For school sites any external change is typically managed through School Infrastructure NSW processes as part of School Repairs NSW and Building Upgrades DoE planning. Confirm the scope early so Education Maintenance Sydney scheduling and access controls can be set.
Start by defining the scope and the risk and the compliance needs for the work. For DoE assets approvals are coordinated through SISNW which supports Building Upgrades DoE governance and School Repairs NSW delivery controls. Education Maintenance Sydney teams then plan the method and documentation to match the approved scope.

Yes. All works must comply with the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and NSW Environmental Planning and Assessment Act. Local council guidelines specify height limits, materials and setback requirements for external changes. School Repairs NSW, Education Maintenance Sydney, Building Upgrades DoE.

Check the local council planning rules that apply to the property and confirm whether development approval is required. For school environments SISNW coordination is used to confirm approvals and controls for Building Upgrades DoE works and School Repairs NSW. Education Maintenance Sydney teams rely on confirmed scope so delivery stays on track.

Approval timelines vary by project type. A CDC can take 2–4 weeks, while a full Development Application may take 6–8 weeks depending on complexity and council workload. School Repairs NSW, Education Maintenance Sydney, Building Upgrades DoE.

Some approvals may involve application fees depending on the authority and the permit type. For DoE managed assets approvals are coordinated through SISNW which supports Building Upgrades DoE governance and School Repairs NSW controls. Education Maintenance Sydney teams can advise what information is needed to progress the application pathway.
Consider noise and dust and access and working hours and waste management and safety barriers. These are standard controls within School Repairs NSW and Education Maintenance Sydney delivery for active sites. Building Upgrades DoE documentation should reflect how impacts are managed and communicated.
Value impacts depend on the quality of work and compliance and functionality improvements. For public assets the focus is safe operation and asset performance which is delivered through School Repairs NSW and Education Maintenance Sydney. Building Upgrades DoE works prioritise durable outcomes and clear close out records.
Unapproved work can create compliance risk and may require rectification or additional certification. For DoE environments SISNW governance is used to avoid this risk as part of Building Upgrades DoE and School Repairs NSW controls. Education Maintenance Sydney planning should always start after scope and approvals are confirmed.
That depends on the approval pathway and the asset owner requirements. For DoE sites approval coordination is managed through SISNW which supports Building Upgrades DoE compliance and School Repairs NSW documentation. Education Maintenance Sydney teams can work within the required certification pathway once it is confirmed.

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