Job opportunity

Why Work With Us?

People need to get to work, home and everywhere in between and businesses rely on our roads. With a rich history dating back to 1926 and exciting future ahead, Main Roads Western Australia is the WA State Government agency responsible for managing the State's road network safely, connecting people and places. Main Roads is not just about roads. It’s about people.

Why we need you

Heavy Vehicle Services Directorate (HVS) is responsible for safe, efficient and sustainable heavy vehicle access to the Western Australian road network. Our role is to achieve objectives for road safety, transport efficiency, community amenity and preservation of the state’s road asset.

At HVS we work with state and national transport industry groups, individual operators, government bodies, regional areas, and other key departments across Main Roads.

About these role

We have exciting opportunities for Traffic Inspectors travelling throughout our picturesque State of Western Australia.

In this Category 1 role, you will undertake on-road enforcement of various Acts and Regulations controlling the operations of heavy vehicles.

You will inspect heavy vehicles for compliance and enforcement in areas such as regulatory mass and dimension limits, road worthiness, security of loads and carriage of dangerous and hazardous goods. Furthermore, you will interview operators to ascertain compliance with permits and notices, suspected breaches of licensing requirements (drivers/vehicle) and accreditation standards including fatigue management. Conducting investigations will be a key component of this role, drawing on your comprehensive research and analysis skills.

To be successful in this role, you will use your understanding of heavy vehicles and strong research and analysis skills to do your part in helping Main Roads achieve a safe road network throughout the state.

Should you wish to build your future and grow as a person and a professional, think about a career with Main Roads Western Australia. If you possess the skills and this position interests you we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

At Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation who supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is important to you.

In addition to our competitive salary and 11% superannuation, the following initiatives/benefits may be available:

• Attractive leave provisions
• Additional allowances when travelling
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing focus
• Commuted Overtime Allowance (10%)

Find Out More

For job specific information/for a confidential discussion of this opportunity please contact Manager Heavy Vehicle Compliance John Pintabona on (08) 9323 5857 - not to be contacted for assistance with application.

For assistance with your application or for general enquiries please phone John McKelvie on (08) 9323 6173 or email recruitment@mainroads.wa.gov.au

If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com

Submitting Your Application

Applicants are requested to submit a comprehensive CV demonstrating their relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.

Please address the below selection criteria with no more than 3 pages that demonstrates you have the skills and experience we are looking for in.

• On-road enforcement of heavy vehicles compliance requirements inline with State or Territory legislations governing the operation of heavy vehicles on the public road network.
• Conducting evidential investigation, preparing detailing documents /reports, and presenting evidence at various forums.
• Mitigating conflict in confronting situations.

Please also submit evidence of your current Western Australian ‘C’ Class (car) motor vehicle drivers’ licence or an approved equivalent.

When applying for this role online, you will be asked to complete several questions before submitting your documents - please factor this time in when submitting an application.

Late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce and in line with our commitment to improving diversity, we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact John McKelvie on (08) 9323 6173 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au.

Additional Information

All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process.

Prior to appointment applicants will need to complete a pre-employment medical assessment and provide a National Police Clearance.

These jobs will involve extensive regional travel either by road or air and therefore will require you to be away from the metropolitan area for the duration of the roster. You will also if successful be required to obtain a Senior First Aid Certificate within the training period.

Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to "similar vacancies" within Main Roads subject to business requirements.

To help us find the best candidate, we may undertake an executive search.