Key Selling Points
- $700–$800 per day | ABN holders welcome
- Client-side roads project role – plan, deliver and lead
- Relocate or FIFO from Perth – negotiable Short Description Manage the planning, scheduling and delivery of road maintenance and construction works for a regional WA council, leading crews and contractors on a 6-month contract. About Our Client Our client is a regional Western Australian local government responsible for an extensive road network across several remote communities. They are focused on delivering safe, reliable transport infrastructure and building strong, connected communities. About the Position
- Manage road maintenance and construction works across a large regional shire
- Lead road maintenance and construction crews and manage contractors on site
- Plan, schedule and resource works programs to meet safety, budget and quality targets
- Work client-side within council, reporting to the Manager Roads and Civil Projects
- 6-month contract, Monday to Friday, with regular travel across the shire
- Option to relocate or work a FIFO arrangement from Perth (negotiable)
Key Responsibilities
Include
- Plan and schedule road maintenance and construction works programs
- Monitor budgets and manage ordering, procurement and purchasing
- Allocate crews, plant and resources across multiple work fronts
- Manage works data and reporting in the Maintenance Management System
- Supervise, induct and train road maintenance and construction staff
- Coordinate rosters and run regular toolbox meetings
- Mentor and lead the team to build a solid, safety-first culture
- Prepare and review SWMS, JSAs and Safety, Quality and Environmental Management Plans
- Support incident reporting and safety investigations
- Develop and improve operational procedures and work processes Skills and Experience Required
- Proven experience in road maintenance and construction, or equivalent
- Experience working for a Local Council
- Experience managing works programs, including scheduling and planning
- Supervisory or crew leadership experience in a civil or roads environment
- Experience preparing and reviewing safety documentation
- HR licence (minimum C class), White Card and Worksite Traffic Management certification
- Current National Police Clearance, or willingness to obtain one
- Local government or regional and remote experience is highly regarded
- First Aid and Advanced Worksite Traffic Management certification desirable Benefits
- Competitive day rate of $700–$800
- Flexible arrangement: relocate or FIFO from Perth
- Valuable client-side local government experience
- Make a visible difference to regional WA communities