Job opportunity

Why Work With Us?

People and businesses rely on our roads to get to work, home and everywhere in between. 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. 

The Goldfields Esperance Region represents the largest region in Western Australia with a land area of 771,276 square kms and a regional population of more than thirty nine thousand people. The Goldfields-Esperance Region is renowned for its lifestyle, its friendly people, snow white beaches and a great sense of community spirit.  

The role based in our Boulder office, is an exciting opportunity allowing you to experience the very best of WA’s undisturbed landscapes, national parks and growing regional community.  

About the role

The Goldfields Esperance Business Manager is integral to the effective day to day operations and is a key part of the Regional Leadership team. To be successful you will be required to develop and implement the Region’s Business Plan. You will be proactive in managing and identifying the Region’s risks, whilst ensuring the provision of business and administrative services and advice in relation to financial management, fixed assets, light vehicles, human resource management and land and property management.

Based in our Boulder office, this challenging and highly rewarding role will require demonstrated leadership skills, along with considerable skills, knowledge and experience in business and financial management as well as strong communication skills, with an ability to work collaboratively with a range of different stakeholders.

This is an exciting opportunity for a results driven person to develop their career, by joining an innovative and supportive team. Our environment encourages people to improve business practices and actively contribute to the strategic direction of Main Roads.

If this sounds like you, and you’re looking for your next move then 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, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include: 

• Housing Allowance and Relocation Contribution for those not currently residing in the region
• Flexible working arrangements. 
• Attractive leave entitlements
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service. 
• Training and development opportunities. 
• Health and wellbeing focus

Specific conditions will be confirmed at the time with the successful applicant. 

The salary provided is based on superannuation, and regional allowances and entitlements. Specific conditions and salary package will be confirmed with the successful applicant.

 In addition, a salary increase of 3.5% will take effect on 1^st February 2026.

The road ahead starts with a single step 

Please submit the following as part of your application: 

• A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities 
• A copy of your current WA ‘C’ Class motor vehicle driver’s licence or an approved equivalent
• A covering letter including a statement outlining your sound skill, knowledge and experience in the following three (3) criteria in no more than three (3) pages: 

• Leading a team in the delivery of business and administrative services, including contract administration and procurement.
• Manage employee behaviour, performance and development
• Financial management and reporting principles, practices and systems  

For questions about the role, please contact Shane Power on (08) 9080 1428. 

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 John McKelvie on (08) 9323 6173 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 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. Apply now to join us! 

Additional Information 

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

Applicants are required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire and national police clearance as part of this recruitment 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. 

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