Roads General Hand

Roads General Hand

 Closing date: 25/09/2026 9:00 AM W. Australia Standard Time

 Location: Tom Price

 Department: Infrastructure Services

 Compensation: Hourly Rate (FT & PT) AUD $92,937.00 - $105,557.00

 Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

 Work Arrangement: On-site

Roads General Hand

Tom Price, WA
Full time

Join the Shire of Ashburton in Tom Price and build a rewarding career maintaining the roads that connect our communities. Work as part of a supportive team, contributing to vital infrastructure projects while continuing to enjoy the Pilbara lifestyle!

About Us

The Shire of Ashburton services the administrative centre of Tom Price and the towns of Onslow, Pannawonica and Paraburdoo.

The Shire also encompasses the Aboriginal communities of Bindi Bindi, Wakathuni, Bellary, Youngaleena and Ngurawaana.

Our vision is to embrace our unique Pilbara environment and lifestyle, by developing vibrant, active and connected communities.

We believe that social values are worth fighting for, and that everyone deserves to share in the richness created from where we choose to invest, live and visit.

What's on Offer?

• Salary range between $92,937 - $105,557 p.a. (inclusive of $12k pro rata cost of living allowance)
• Six weeks' annual leave + additional Annual Wellbeing Day
• Annual Health & Wellbeing Allowance of $300
• Superannuation match scheme (SOA contribution up to 21%)
• Secure a local government role with training and development opportunities.

About the Position

Reporting to the Coordinator Roads, you will assist with the safe and efficient delivery of road maintenance works across the Shire. The position operates on a Monday to Friday roster, working an 80 hour fortnight.

This position is responsible for:

• General road construction such as patching and surface maintenance
• Signage repairs, replacements and installations
• Maintain safe traffic management operations
• Assist with basic servicing of equipment
• Safely operate tools such as shovels, rakes, cutters, compacters, generators and crowbars
• Conduct pre-start checks and report faults and defects when identified in line with organisational procedures, policies and relevant standards
• Other general labour duties as required
• Occasional travel to other Shire towns.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• HR Drivers Licence (essential)
• White Card (essential)
• Ability to safely operate basic plant and equipment
• Thorough understanding of road maintenance and construction activities
• Sound understanding of safety, environmental and compliance requirements
• Previous Traffic Management experience
• Experience working outdoors in remote rural conditions
• A strong focus on teamwork, safety and quality work is essential

How to Apply?

Applications must be submitted online via the Shire of Ashburton website: www.ashburton.wa.gov.au and applications will close at 9:00 AM on Friday 25th September 2026. 

Note: This vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is identified. Your early application is encouraged

Note: This role does not come with company housing so all applicants must already be residing in Tom Price.

For further information, please contact Dirk Sellenger, Manager Infrastructure Services, on 0475 520 000.

All terms and conditions are as per the Shire of Ashburton Industrial Agreement 2026.

The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of qualifications prior to commencement. We strongly encourage applicants to begin this process when applying.

The Shire of Ashburton is committed to diversity and strongly encourages candidates from different cultural, gender and age backgrounds to apply.

Please Note: Canvassing of Councillors or Shire Employees will disqualify applicants.