There is an exciting opportunity with the Rural Maintenance for a Backhoe Operator working from our Cascade Depot. This position involves the construction and maintenance of Shire roads and infrastructure, primarily responsible for Backhoe operations from our Cascade depot.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Perform backhoe duties as directed.
- Operate other plant (bobcat, loader, truck, roller etc) as required.
- Perform work under limited supervision either individually or in a team setting.
- Ability and willingness to live onsite remote depot locations.
This is a full time position, working 85 hours per week. About you In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must have:
- ‘HR’ class license.
- Demonstrated competency and minimum one year experience operating backhoe.
- Ability to perform routine mechanical maintenance on vehicular plant.
- Ability and willingness to live onsite in remote depot locations.
Benefits Salary: $87,075.26 per annum (including overtime)
Permanent staff are entitled to:
- 5 weeks annual leave per year
- Rostered Day Off (RDO) every second Friday
- Minimum of 12% superannuation employer contribution
- Superannuation co-contribution offered to a maximum of 5%
- Free access to the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre (pool & gym)
- Access to career development opportunities
- Uniform allowance
- Flexible work arrangements
- Employee wellness initiatives including Employee Assistance Program, skin checks and flu vaccinations
Applications close on Sunday 11th October 2026 at 6pm. Applications must be made via the Shire of Esperance online recruitment portal at: https://www.esperance.wa.gov.au/council/careers-and-employment/current-vacancies.aspx and include a current Resume, a Cover Letter and statements addressing the Selection Criteria.
Further details are available in the Position Description, found on the recruitment portal, or contact Human Resources on [08 90710 638](tel:08 90710 638).
Early applications are encouraged, as suitable candidates will be shortlisted and interviewed as applications are received.
The successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening test to be considered for the role.
The Shire of Esperance is an Equal Opportunity Employer