Job opportunity

Are you interested in becoming a direct employee of Main Road Western Australia? We are looking Road Workers and Senior Road Workers to join our Kalgoorlie and Esperance teams on a permanent basis!

Working as part of a supportive team, you’ll work on the network to inspect, repair and construct both new and existing assets to provide your community with a safe and efficient road network. We’re looking for people with experience in:

• Assist in the construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, and pathways.
• Operate construction equipment safely (e.g., tippers, skid steers, rollers, excavator, flow-cons, water trucks, etc).
• Help with road repairs, resurfacing, and maintenance tasks.
• Direct traffic safely around construction sites.
• Follow all safety guidelines and work as part of a team to complete projects on time
• Keep roadside and parking bays litter free

Do you have solid experience in road construction or maintenance, along with a track record of leading teams, managing sites, or overseeing daily operations? We’re now recruiting for Senior Road Workers who can:

• Supervise crews
• Plan and coordinate work on site
• Maintain high safety and quality standards
• Lead, mentor, and support team development

Exciting new permanent opportunities have been created as part of our return to in-house maintenance and minor capital works at Main Roads! This transition spans all across our regional Main Roads offices, the Metropolitan area, and Incident Response Services, with over 550 new roles now filled. Join a growing team and be a part of something big!

Learn more about the Main Roads In-House Maintenance Transition here. If you are ready to take the next step in a rewarding, secure and supportive organisation, click apply now!

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 12% superannuation, our remuneration package reflects the following:

• Road Workers base hourly rate ranges from $39.54 - $43.46 (depending on relevant experience)
• Senior Road Workers base hourly rate ranges from $44.90 - $48.39 (depending on relevant experience)
• Your starting hourly rate depends on your relevant experience and will increase by a further 3.5% on 1 February 2026.
• Road Workers and Senior Road Workers work a 10 and 4 roster starting on Tuesdays, working 10 days, then finishing on the following Thursdays. Some of the overtime worked is used for time off in lieu as required by the roster.
• Based on the current 10 days on / four days off roster, Road Workers gross income is expected to range from $110,000 to $120,000per annum and Senior Road Workers gross income is expected to range from $125,000 - $135,000 per annum.
• The first two hours of Overtime is paid at time and a half and double time after that.
• Road Workers in Kalgoorlie are entitled to a District Allowance of $2,354 or $4,708 (if you have a dependant) per annum.
• Road Workers in Kalgoorlie are entitled to annual power subsidies of up to $3,201 (dependant on the type of your power system).
• Road workers accrue a minimum of 4 weeks annual leave, 10 public holidays, 3 additional public service holidays and 15 days personal leave per annum.
• Road Workers are entitled to 13 weeks long service leave after 7 years continuous service.
• Annual Leave Loading of 17.5% is paid in December each year. Shift workers may be eligible for Annual Leave Loading of 20%
• Training and development opportunities

The salary provided is based on a 10 and 4 roster, with anticipated overtime included. Please note that, as overtime hours and rosters may vary, salary therefore is subject to fluctuation and may change accordingly depending on actual hours worked and operational needs. The exact salary and any applicable allowances will be confirmed with the successful applicant prior to commencement of employment.  

The road ahead starts with a single step

If you’d like to speak with our current crew about the benefits of working directly for Main Roads, bring your resume along to our Engagement Session as detailed below:

Date: Tuesday 1 July
Time: 11am to 1pm
Location: 83 Piesse St, Boulder WA 6433

Note, the Engagement Session is an opportunity to meet some of the team and submit your application. There will be no formal presentation during this session. If you apply for these roles online, you do not need to attend the Engagement Session.

Make sure you bring your resume – applicants who attend this session can also hand in their application in hard copy.

To submit your interest online, select ‘Apply Now’ and upload the following documents:

• A copy of your resume
• A copy of a completed Application form – available by clicking here

For questions about the role, please contact James Alexander on (08) 9080 1427- not to be contacted for assistance with application.

For assistance with your application or for general enquiries, please contact the Main Roads Recruitment team via email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au or phone (08) 9323 6140.

Allow plenty of time to submit your 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.

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

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

Apply now to join us!

Additional Information

The successful applicant will be required to complete a satisfactory pre-employment medical assessment and National Police Clearance prior to appointment. This will be confirmed with the successful candidate prior to appointment.