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Leading Hand Works

Shire of Capel
Capel, WA
A$75,404 p/a + super + allowances
Construction → Foreperson/Supervisors
Full-time
On-site

Posted 6 days ago


  • Are you an experienced team leader in roadworks?
  • Do you lead by example with a strong focus on safety and quality?
  • Can you coordinate people, plant and priorities with confidence?

We are looking for a skilled and organised Leading Hand Works to coordinate daily civil maintenance and construction activities across the Shire. If you're someone who communicates well, leads with integrity, and thrives in delivering practical outcomes for the community—this could be your next role.

The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.

As the Leading Hand Works, you will support the Works Coordinator in the planning, scheduling and delivery of day-to-day road maintenance and construction activities. You’ll oversee a small team and ensure civil works and customer requests are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You'll also supervise onsite operations, liaise with customers, and provide guidance and mentoring to team members.

The rewards:
As part of our team, you will enjoy:

  • Flexibility and support
  • Investment in you and your career
  • An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected
  • A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety
  • Full time, 9-day fortnight
  • Base annual salary $75,404 per annum
  • Adverse Working Conditions Allowance 92c per hour on all worked hours and paid leave (up to $1,817.92 per year)
  • Annual leave loading of 17.5%
  • Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution
  • Restricted private use of a Shire vehicle
  • Employee benefits program offering a wide range of discounts

For further position related requirements please refer to Position Description – Leading Hand Works PDF (324KB). If you are viewing this ad in Seek the link may have been removed. Please view this vacancy on our website at capel.wa.gov.au/council/work-with-us.aspx to access the position description.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future.

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

  • Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire’s HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork
  • Demonstrated leadership in civil maintenance and construction
  • Strong scheduling, planning, and delegation skills
  • Excellent communication skills with both team members and the community
  • A strong commitment to safety and team development
  • HR Licence, White Card, and traffic management qualifications

Knowledge of Synergy and basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel) will be highly regarded.

Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on 9727 0222 to discuss.

Further position related enquiries can be directed to Tracy Downsborough, Coordinator Works or Organisational Development on 9727 0222.

Applications close

9.00am on Monday 16 June 2025. The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.


About Shire of Capel

Capel, WA, Australia

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