About Main Roads Western Australia:
At Main Roads, we are committed to delivering a world-class road network and creating positive, lasting impacts for WA communities. We play a critical role in overseeing the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of major roads and highways across the State. This includes managing traffic flow, ensuring road safety, and supporting infrastructure projects to improve transport efficiency. As we continue to grow and improve, we are seeking an experienced Vegetation Manager to join our collaborative, high performing team.
Learn more about how Main Roads supports the WA Community below:
About the role
Main Roads is seeking a proactive and experienced Vegetation Manager to join our dynamic team in the Perth Metropolitan region. We're looking for an energetic, motivated individual with a passion for vegetation management and a strong focus on maintaining high standards of landscape maintenance.
As a key member of the team, you will bring experience in roadside vegetation management, with a focus on both maintenance and capital works. You will possess well-developed project and contract management skills, and the ability to interpret landscape drawings will be highly valued. The role will require excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, as building strong relationships and collaborating with diverse teams is vital for success.
At Main Roads, we are committed to fostering your professional growth. Whether you're aiming to advance your career or make a meaningful impact, this position provides exciting opportunities for skill development and career progression within a forward-thinking organisation.
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 11.5% superannuation, the following initiatives/benefits may be available:
- Attractive leave provisions including paid parental leave
- Additional 3 days Public Service Leave per annum
- Choice of a 40 or 37.5 hour working week
- Flexible working hours
- Training and development opportunities
- Health and wellbeing focus.
Submitting Your Application
Please submit the following as part of your application:
- A detailed CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities.
- A written statement outlining your considerable skill, knowledge and experience in the following three (3) criteria in no more than three (3) pages:
- Roadside vegetation maintenance management involving the planning and delivery of vegetation works, including in urban areas
- Project and contract management
- Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships
- If applicable to you (not mandatory), a copy of your Diploma in Contract Management, or Environmental Monitoring and Technology or other relevant discipline.
If you have any questions about the role, contact David Page, Routine Maintenance Manager on david.page@mainroads.wa.gov.au - not to be contacted for assistance with application.
For any general enquires, or if you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternative format for submitting your application), contact Thao Le Ho on (08) 9323 4147 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au
If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, including if you are experiencing issues with the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.
Once you are ready, click the ‘apply’ button. Allow plenty of time to complete and submit your online application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.
We're building a diverse workforce
At Main Roads, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.
We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Apply now to join us!
Additional Information
All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process.
The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment and a National Police Clearance as part of this recruitment process.
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.
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applicant information.pdf
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