Full Time |
Permanent
Salary from
$75,014 to $78,792 ($***** to $***** per hour) plus
Superannuation
Enjoy 5 weeks
annual leave and a fixed RDO
Join a Growing
Council and Make a Difference in Our
Community
Join the City
of Wanneroo's Operational Engineering Maintenance team as a Leading
Hand and play a key role in maintaining our transport and drainage
infrastructure that supports our growing community.
We are seeking
an experienced and motivated leader with a strong background in
road, drainage and infrastructure maintenance who enjoys leading
and being proactive in delivering quality outcomes and making a
visible difference every day.
This permanent full-time opportunity
offers a 9-day fortnight, early starts and the chance to work on a
diverse range of minor work repairs across one of Western
Australia's fastest-growing local government areas.
About
the Role
This hands-on
leadership role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors,
leading by example and contributing to the maintenance of essential
transport and drainage infrastructure assets.
You will coordinate
and support a skilled maintenance General Hand while operating a
range of plant and equipment, including but not limited to trucks,
skid steers, rollers and specialised maintenance tools.
Safety,
teamwork and quality workmanship are at the heart of everything we
do.
The
successful candidate will be responsible for:
Lead,
mentor and support an Engineering Maintenance General Hand to
deliver high-quality maintenance outcomes.
Safely
operate and maintain a broad range of plant, equipment and
tools.
Deliver
road, drainage and infrastructure maintenance works that help
keep our community connected and safe.
Promote
a positive safety culture and ensure work is completed
efficiently and to a high standard
About
You
You are an
approachable and practical leader who enjoys working alongside your
General Hand to achieve great results.
You bring solid technical
knowledge, a commitment to safety and the ability to adapt to




changing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
If you
enjoy variety, outdoor work and seeing the direct impact of your
efforts in the community, this could be the perfect opportunity for
you.
Applicants
must be able to demonstrate through their resume and cover letter
that they meet the following criteria:
Demonstrated experience
leading and motivating maintenance or civil construction
teams.
Strong
communication skills with the ability to build positive working
relationships and contribute to a collaborative team
environment.
Sound
knowledge of road, drainage and civil infrastructure
maintenance practices.
Experience operating and
maintaining a variety of plant and equipment used in
infrastructure maintenance activities.
Confidence using
information systems, mobile technology and workplace
applications.
Strong
commitment to workplace safety, including hazard
identification, risk management and safe work
practices.
Main
Roads WA Basic Worksite Traffic Management and Traffic
Controller accreditation.
Current
MR Class Driver's Licence.
Construction Industry
White Card (or equivalent safety awareness
certification).
Ability
to undertake physically demanding outdoor work.
So...why join the City
of Wanneroo
More
Time Off
5 weeks
annual leave
1 paid
Wellness Day per year
Up to 12
weeks paid parental leave
Ability
to purchase or cash out leave, depending on your
needs
Stability
with Mobility
Long
Service Leave is portable across WA local
governments
Permanent roles, strong
internal mobility, and sector-wide credibility
A
comprehensive development program with internal capability
frameworks and access to funded external courses,



workshops,
and study leave
Perks
& Support
Up to
15% superannuation with matching
Free
on-site parking
End-of-trip facilities
including showers, lockers and secure bike store
Access
to salary packaging and novated leasing options
50% off
membership to our award-winning gym and leisure centre,
Aquamotion
An
active social club with regular events
Work
Local
With 56% of our
workforce living locally, working at the City of Wanneroo isn't
just about cutting your commute.
This role is a genuine prospect
to contribute to the community you call home.
This is work with
real purpose, where you will see the impact of your efforts every
day – in parks, streets and services around you.
It's a meaningful
way to give back and shape the future of your City.
The City of
Wanneroo is a diverse, community-focused organisation where your
work makes a real impact, not just for our residents, but for the
people you work alongside.
We're proud of our inclusive culture and
the many perspectives that shape it.
We strongly
encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply and
bring their voice to local government.
If you value purpose,
collaboration, and a team that welcomes you for who you are, you'll
feel at home here.
Want
to apply?
If this
sounds like your next career move, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply with your resume and a cover letter (max 2
pages) telling us why you're a great fit.
Reference
Number: ******
Applications
Close: Sunday 02 August ****
For further
information, please contact Garry Anderson, Coordinator
Operational Engineering Maintenance on **************.
Please
note:
A National
Police Clearance (within 3 months) is required prior to
commencement.
All
employees must declare secondary employment to manage any
potential conflicts of interest and fatigue
risks.
Medical
assessment may be required depending on the
role.
Attachments:
- PD-Leading-Hand-Engineering -Maintenance.pdf

📌 Leading Hand - Engineering Maintenance (Western Australia)
🏢 City of Wanneroo
📍 Western Australia