PLANT OPERATOR - ROAD CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE

PLANT OPERATOR - ROAD CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE

The Shire of Yilgarn currently has an opportunity for a reliable person to join our team as a Plant Operator on a full-time basis.

About the role

The primary responsibilities of the position are the construction and maintenance of Shire roads.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in the construction and maintenance of all civil works as required;
• Where trained and licensed, drive and operate Council’s full range of plant and equipment;
• If and when required, assist parks and gardens with mowing, tree pruning, manual weed chipping, gardening and other horticultural activities;
• Must at least have a WA “HR” manual drivers' licence
• Must have a WA Construction card “White card”
• Must be physically able to undertake manual work including bending, lifting and handling various types of tools and equipment

A full list of duties, responsibilities and selection criteria is provided in the Position Description included in the application pack.

What we offer

The Shire of Yilgarn offers a range of benefits, including:

• up to 19.5% superannuation, including a 7.5% Council matching contribution;
• Subsidised housing or housing allowance;
• 9-day fortnight, one rostered day off per fortnight;
• Consistent overtime available, current average workday of 9.5 hours (including overtime);
• Adverse working conditions allowance; and
• PPE provided

How to apply

Interested applicants are encouraged to obtain an Application Pack, which includes the Position Description and information on how to apply.

Application packs are available from:

• Shire Administration Office at 23 Antares Street, Southern Cross WA
• Phone: HR/Payroll on (08) 9049 1001
• Email: [email protected]

Applications should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer and marked Confidential.

Applications close at 4.00pm on Friday, 13 November 2026.

Ben Forbes
Chief Executive Officer
Shire of Yilgarn
PO Box 86
SOUTHERN CROSS WA 6426

Please note: Canvassing of Councillors will disqualify applicants. The successful applicant will be required to obtain relevant police checks and provide evidence of all claimed qualifications prior to commencing employment. This position is subject to a pre-employment medical assessment and National Police Clearance.