Backhoe Operator Rural Maintenance (Cascade)

Backhoe Operator Rural Maintenance (Cascade)

Asset Management | Building/Construction, Manufacturing/Operations

Closing date: 11/10/2026

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 great place to live and work.

About the Job

There is an exciting opportunity with the Rural Maintenance for a Backhoe Operator working from our Cascade Depot. This position involves the construction and maintenance of Shire roads and infrastructure, primarily responsible for Backhoe operations from our Cascade depot.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform backhoe duties as directed.
• Operate other plant (bobcat, loader, truck, roller etc) as required.
• Perform work under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to live onsite remote depot locations.

This is a full time position, working 85 hours per week.  

About you 

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

• ‘HR’ class license.
• Demonstrated competency and minimum one year experience operating backhoe.
• Ability to perform routine mechanical maintenance on vehicular plant.
• Ability and willingness to live onsite in remote depot locations.

Benefits

Salary: $87,075.26 per annum (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 11 October 2026 at 6pm. 
Applications must be made via the Shire of Esperance online recruitment portal by clicking the APPLY button below 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 0647.

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 - Plant Operator - Backhoe - Cascade - August 2026.docx