Employment
Leading Hand / Plant Operator
The Shire of Wyalkatchem is seeking a motivated, experienced and versatile leading hand to join our road construction and maintenance team.
This is a key operational role offering the opportunity to lead a small crew while contributing directly to the construction and maintenance of the Shire’s road network and community infrastructure.
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager of Works, this position is responsible for:
- Leading and supervising a small road crew
- Delivering road construction and maintenance works to a high standard
- Operating and maintaining a range of heavy plant, including graders and other key machinery
- Supporting the delivery of the Shire’s annual works program
- Promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with WHS requirements
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys both leading from the front and working on the tools.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary well above Municipal Employees (Western Australia) Award rates
- Matching superannuation contribution
- 9-day fortnight for improved work-life balance
- Location subsidy or housing may be available for the right candidate
- Opportunity to live and work in a welcoming, community-focused rural town
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Proven experience operating heavy plant, particularly graders
- Experience in road construction and maintenance
- Ability to lead and supervise a small team and support workforce development
- Strong understanding of work health and safety practices
- Current HR or HC Driver’s Licence (MC desirable)
- Commitment to quality workmanship, safety, and teamwork
Desirable:
- Traffic management accreditation
- Local government works experience
- Mechanical or fabrication skills
How to Apply
Position description available here. Please submit your application, including a cover letter, to general@wyalkatchem.wa.gov.au, attention to Manager of Works
The closing date for applications is Thursday 16 July 2026 at 4pm.
Applications will be assessed as they arrive. The Shire of Wyalkatchem reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position application early should a suitable candidate be found.
The Shire of Wyalkatchem is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer that values and respects diversity in the workplace.
General Hand / All Rounder
Full Time, Nine Day Fortnight
The Shire of Wyalkatchem requires a full-time team member to join our Works Team. If you have a positive attitude and ability to work safely as part of a team, we want you.
The Shire of Wyalkatchem requires a General Hand / All Rounder to be part of a flexible, forward-looking team maintaining the shire’s roads and community spaces, including parks and gardens. Experience and ability to operate and maintain plant and equipment is a required part of the job. The Shire of Wyalkatchem invests in its people, and training and development will be included in your work program.
Employment conditions are in accordance with the Municipal Employees (Western Australia) Award and the National Employment Standards. A minimum C Class license is a requirement to apply (MR / HR class highly desirable) and you must demonstrate or be willing to work towards the following knowledge and skills:
Required:
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team; follow instructions and carry out work in a timely manner.
- Organise work effectively and manage time well.
- Apply problem solving skills and demonstrate attention to detail.
- Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Awareness of Work Health and Safety requirements.
Desirable:
- Local Government or contracting experience in building, mechanical, landscaping, construction or trades.
- Experience in the operation of plant equipment and an understanding of relevant plant and equipment maintenance requirements.
- Experience in basic building maintenance tasks.
Please apply by submitting your application (ideally, a cover letter and your resume), marked ‘Attention: Manager of Works’ by 4pm Friday 26 June 2026 to general@wyalkatchem.wa.gov.au or by hand to Shire of Wyalkatchem, 27 Flint Street, Wyalkatchem WA 6485.
The Shire of Wyalkatchem is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes and encourages diversity.
P (08) 9681 1166
E general@wyalkatchem.wa.gov.au
W www.wyalkatchem.wa.gov.au