Residential – Paraburdoo | Full time

Starting salary $84,801.60 p.a. + Allowances + 6 Weeks Leave + Super Matching Scheme

Shire provided accommodation and a relocation package may be available to eligible candidates for this role.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced person to join the Infrastructure Services team as a Leading Hand, Town Maintenance in Paraburdoo.

Reporting to the Town Maintenance Coordinator the role is responsible for the supervision and mentoring of Town Maintenance Officers in their daily activities related to the maintenance and upgrade of parks, gardens, public spaces, roads, and the minor maintenance of plant and equipment whilst ensuring a safe operation.

Our ideal candidate will be highly motivated with proven supervisor skills and the ability to relate well to staff and the public. Must haves include experience working outdoors in Pilbara or like conditions, and lawn and/or garden maintenance. Communications must meet the Shire's values, and the candidate must be able to demonstrate a high level of honesty and integrity. MR or HR licence and plant operator certificates would be highly regarded, as would horticulture experience. Some travel to other Shire towns may be required from time to time. This position requires an immediate start once pre-employment checks have been completed.

This position offers a competitive remuneration package and six weeks' annual leave. All terms and conditions are as per the Shire of Ashburton Enterprise Agreement 2022.

For further information regarding this exciting opportunity, please contact Dominic Cairns, Town Maintenance Coordinator on 0417 406 893.

Applications must be submitted online via the Shire of Ashburton website: www.ashburton.wa.gov.au by 9:00 AM Friday the 28 March 2025.

Please note: Shortlisting may commence immediately.

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. The successful applicant is required to obtain relevant police checks and to provide evidence of all claimed qualifications prior to commencing employment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for a National Police Check upon job application.