Company Information: The Shire of Esperance, located 750km from Perth on Western Australia's south east coast, comprises some of the most spectacular landscapes and beaches in WA.
The Shire employs over 300 people in a diverse range of roles, making us one of the largest employers in the region.
Employees enjoy generous benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, health and wellbeing initiatives, opportunities for career progression, and work life balance.
All employees strive to embody the Shire's values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence in contributing to the community, making Esperance a excellent place to live and work.
About the Job An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic Roller Operator to join the Shire of Esperance Rural Construction team.
This position assists with the construction and maintenance of Shire roads; it involves working in remote locations.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Undertake plant operator duties, predominantly roller but also including truck, loader, backhoe, dozer, grader as required, and in accordance with the licences held.
Labouring tasks including traffic management, installation of signs, guide posts, etc.
Minor maintenance on machinery.
This is a full time position working 99 hours per fortnight.
About you In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must have: 'HR' class driver's license.
Demonstrated experience and skills in operation and maintenance of plant including roller, loader, backhoe, trucks etc.
Demonstrated experience and skills in road construction and maintenance or earthmoving environment.




Ability to perform routine mechanical maintenance on vehicular plant.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and with limited supervision.
Physical fitness to undertake the inherent requirements of the job.
Knowledge of Workplace Health Safety requirements.
Ability and willingness to work in remote locations.
Benefits Salary : $109,****** per annum (including overtime), plus superannuation.
Permanent staff are entitled to: 9 day fortnight (Every second Friday off) 5 weeks annual leave per year 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 Employee wellness initiatives including Employee Assistance Program, skin checks and flu vaccinations Applications close at 6:00pm on Sunday 11 October ****.
Applications must be made via the Shire of Esperance online recruitment portal by clicking the APPLY button below and include a current Resume and a Cover Letter .
Further details are available in the Position Description (attached below) or contact Human Resources on ************ Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date and as such, the closing date is subject to change without notice.
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 Attachments: - PD - Asset Management - Asset Operations - Plant Operator - Rural Maintenance - Sept ****.pdf

📌 Plant Operator - Roller Rural Construction (Esperance)
🏢 Shire of Esperance
📍 Esperance