As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and all age groups to apply.

The Organisation
The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important. We are committed to employing people who share the SWEK Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Communication, and Respect; these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.

The East Kimberley
The East Kimberley is a stunning and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world-class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation options, great food, and friendly locals. It is an amazing and very unique part of Australia. The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles, and abundant opportunities.

The Opportunity
We are looking for Town Maintenance Officers to join our Operations Team to provide daily reserves, roads and drainage, reticulation systems and other works in the Wyndham town site and surrounds. This maintenance of parks and role is responsible for:

• Undertaking duties relating to maintenance and construction projects that enhance or modify the parks, sporting facilities, public open spaces, reserves, cemetery’s, streets and Shire ablutions;
• Taking part on roadside preparation and maintenance including tree planting, removing litter, trimming, whipper snipping, tree and branch removal, clean up after storms etc
• Gardening duties including mowing, fertilising, planting, pruning, edging, reticulation maintenance and weed control;
• Operating fleet including truck/trailer, and plant equipment to carry out maintenance requirements;
• Operating plant and equipment and ensuring that all equipment is well maintained and faults are reported immediately to ensure best use and safe equipment;
• Maintaining plant and equipment log books and completing end of day checks so equipment is work-ready for the next day;
• Ensuring that tools, machinery, equipment and workshop is maintained to a high standard;
• Attending and participating in team meetings, tool box meetings, inductions and other required training;
• Following organisational specific procedures and processes at all times;
• Actively contribute to team planning and be committed to strong work productivity and high-quality outputs;
• Utilising initiative to solve routine problems and determine ways to improve efficiency and performance.

A Certificate III in Civil Construction/horticulture, current Blue/White Construction Safety Card and unrestricted WA ‘HR’ Class Driver’s Licence are essential for this role, as is demonstrated experience in the safe operation and user maintenance of equipment and experience and ability to work outdoors in East Kimberley conditions. You will also have good customer service skills, good time management skills and strong communication skills.

A copy of the full position description applicable to this vacancy can be found on the Shire's website.

Salary and Benefits
Working for SWEK means that in addition to the competitive annual salary range indicated at the top of this page (inclusive of allowances and superannuation, dependent on skills and experience), you may also enjoy a range of benefits including:

• 6 weeks annual leave
• 12% superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further 3%
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses
• 11 public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per year
• Flexible working arrangements
• Shire provided corporate uniforms
• Opportunities for professional development
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services

We are offering a full remuneration package inclusive of allowances and Superannuation between $78,000 to $88,000 (dependent on skills and experience) per annum.

APPLY NOW!
If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team and to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the ‘Apply’ button at the bottom of this page or contact Barry Blunt, Supervisor Operations Wyndham on 0408 682 530 for a confidential discussion.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement — acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance before the interview stage of the recruitment process.