Plant Operator Rural Maintenance

About the Job

An exciting opportunity is now available within the Asset Operations Rural Maintenance team for a Plant Operator. This position involves the construction and maintenance of Shire roads and infrastructure. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operate other plant (bobcat, backhoe, loader, truck, roller etc) as required.
• Perform work under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment.
• Monitor, maintain and construct council infrastructure and roads as required.

This is a Permanent full-time position, working 85 hours per fortnight.

About you

In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must have:

• ‘MR’ class license.
• Ability to perform routine mechanical maintenance on vehicular plant.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

Benefits

Salary: $87,075.26 (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 4 October 2026 at 6.00pm

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 9071 0645](tel: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