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Why Work with Us?

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, maintenance and operations of major roads and highways across the State.

We work closely with our portfolio partners, Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure, and Public Transport Authority as well as local governments to support the needs of all road users across the state by providing an integrated world-class road transport network. As we continue to grow and improve, we are seeking an experienced Calibration Co-ordinator to join our team.

Learn more about how Main Roads supports the WA Community below:

About to Role

We are looking for a Calibration Coordinator to join our Materials Engineering team and play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy, reliability and safety of laboratory testing equipment used across Western Australia. In this role, you will coordinate the calibration, maintenance and repair of construction materials testing equipment, ensuring compliance with NATA Accreditation, safety regulations and quality standards.

You’ll oversee equipment inventories and asset movements, provide technical assessments and reports, and lead corrective and preventative actions to manage equipment performance and operational risk. The role also supports the commissioning and evaluation of new laboratory equipment, contributing technical advice, research and development insights.

In this role, you will supervise calibration staff and contractors, support the development and review of calibration procedures, and deliver on-the-job training in equipment standards and measurement principles. Strong stakeholder engagement is essential, as you’ll collaborate with internal teams, external partners, local government and community stakeholders.

Note – to be eligible for this position, you must be qualified to hold a licence in respect of radioactive substances (portable gauges – moisture and/or density). This licence is issued by the Radiological Council.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you – 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 rewarding work, and the security of a permanent position, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include:

• Option to work 37.5hrs or 40 hours per week
• Competitive salaries, including 12% superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements
• Attractive leave provisions, such as leave loading and purchase leave
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing focus.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following as part of your application:

1. A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.
2. A copy of your licence in respect of radioactive substances (portable gauges – moisture and/or density).
3. A statement outlining your sound skill, knowledge and experience in the following three (3) criteria in no more than three (3) pages:

• co-ordinating construction materials testing equipment calibration services including the preparation, repairs and calibration of equipment to meet relevant quality and safety standards and requirements and deliver services on time
• providing training in calibration and testing of construction materials testing equipment
• building and enhancing stakeholder relationships

For questions about the role, please contact Tony Cullinane on (08) 9323 4739 – not to be contacted for assistance with application.

For any general enquires, or if you have any support of 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 Claire Bell on (08) 9323 6140 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 candidate will be required to complete a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical assessment 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.