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Civil Works Operator

City Of Nedlands
Nedlands, WA
A$72,038-$79,204 p/a + Super
Construction → Plant & Machinery Operators
Full-time
On-site

Posted 8 days ago


?? Join the Crew as a Civil Works Operator! ??
Make a real impact on your city — and your career.

The City of Nedlands is on the lookout for skilled, community-minded individuals to join our dedicated Civil Maintenance team on a permanent full-time basis. If you’ve got experience in civil works and a can-do attitude, this could be your next big move.

?? About the Role:

Reporting to the Leading Hand Civil Maintenance, you’ll be rolling up your sleeves to assist with maintenance and construction of minor civil infrastructure across our beautiful city — roads, footpaths, verges, drainage, and more.

Here’s a snapshot of what you’ll be doing:

  • Safely operate civil maintenance machinery, tools, and vehicles
  • Perform traffic control procedures
  • Mark and locate underground services and accurately set out work sites

? What You Bring:

Must-haves:

  • Current HR Class Driver’s Licence
  • White Card (General Construction Induction)
  • Basic Worksite Traffic Management Certificate

Bonus points for:

  • Forklift Licence
  • Bobcat & Excavator experience
  • Front End Loader Ticket
  • First Aid Certificate

?? What’s in It for You:

A salary of $72,038 – $79,204 per year (depending on experience), plus superannuation — and that’s just the beginning.

We’ll also help you grow with training and development opportunities to boost your skills and qualifications.

?? Perks & Benefits:

  • 9-day fortnight (yes, a regular long weekend!)
  • 20 days annual leave + 3 extra Christmas leave days
  • Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks primary carer / 2 weeks partner leave)
  • Up to 13.5% super contributions
  • Ongoing development and training
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Healthy Workplace Initiatives
  • Access to Fitness Passport
  • Corporate discounts on private health insurance
  • Novated leasing & salary sacrifice options

?? The Fine Print:

  • Be sure to read the Position Description to understand the role in full.
  • Applicants must have Australian work rights.
  • Got questions? Give Chloe Curtin, Coordinator Civil Maintenance, a call at (08) 9273 3500.

?? How to Apply:

Send us your application online via the City of Nedlands website.
Join us in shaping a better Nedlands — one path, road, and drain at a time.


About City Of Nedlands

Nedlands, WA, Australia

The City of Nedlands is situated just 7km from Perth and stretches from the banks of the beautiful Swan River to the edge of the Indian Ocean. A population of over 21,000 live in the suburbs Nedlands, Dalkeith, Mt Claremont, Swanbourne, Karrakatta, and parts of Floreat and Shenton Park. Information for new residents is available to help you settle in comfortably.

On 1 July, 1959 the City of Nedlands was proclaimed at the command of Governor Sir Charles Gairdner, in the packed Dalkeith Civic Hall. Mr Allan Jenkins read out the proclamation and the Minister for Local Government, Mr Leslie Logan, M.L.C. conducted the official swearing in ceremony of the new Mayor, John Charles Smith, the twelve new Councillors and the auditors. He then appointed Mr Allan Jenkins as the City's first Town Clerk. Among those present was MLA for Nedlands, Deputy Premier Charles Court.

Significant events and dates that contributed to the development of the City of Nedlands:

1893: The first move to establish Local Government in our area with the creation of the Claremont Road Board on 31 March, 1893, governing a total area of ten square miles; forty years after the death of Adam Armstrong, Nedlands' first resident.

1898: Approximately two square miles excised to form the Municipality of Claremont.

1932: Name changed from Claremont Road Board to Nedlands Road Board.

1956: Name changed from Nedlands Road Board to the Municipality of Nedlands.

1959: One hundred and thirty years after the first British settlement around the Swan River, Nedlands achieved City status. Name changed from Nedlands Road Board to the City of Nedlands while under the guidance of Mayor John Charles Smith Esq., JP Mayor.

Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website.

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