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
There is an exciting opportunity with the Parks and Reserves team for a Trainee Reticulation Operator. This position is to learn all aspects of commercial irrigation system installation, operations and maintenance relating to the Shire of Esperance developed public open space.
Working towards the completion of a Certificate III in Irrigation Technology traineeship. Upon successful completion of the traineeship, there is an opportunity to progress into a Reticulation Operator position.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Learn all aspects of commercial irrigation systems, including study and on the job training to meet qualification requirements for Certificate III in Irrigation Technology.
- Maintain appropriate documentation as directed by the Parks and Reserves Supervisor.
- Ensure a high quality and standard of work performed within the work team.
- Identify irrigation faults and act on them.
This is a Fixed term position, working 85 hours per fortnight
About you
In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must have:
- Enthusiasm and ability to work towards completion of traineeship – Certificate III in Irrigation Technology
- Interest in working outdoors and in the maintenance of parks, reserves and lawns.
- Ability to work in a team environment
Benefits
Salary: $74,100.35 (Aged dependant)
Permanent staff are entitled to:
- 5 weeks annual leave per year
- Every second Friday a Rostered day off
- 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 29 November 2026 at 6.00pm
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, found on the recruitment portal, or contact Human Resources on 08 9071 0645.
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 Operations - Parks & Reserves - Trainee Reticulation Operator - November 2026.pdf