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About 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, 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 Electrical Maintenance Manager to join our collaborative, high performing team.

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

About the Role

We are currently seeking an Electrical Maintenance Manager to join our Electrical Contracts team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a progressive and dedicated group committed to delivering a safe, reliable and sustainable road‑based transport system for customers across Western Australia.

In this role, you will manage the maintenance component of the State‑wide Electrical Maintenance Contract, acting as the Superintendent’s Representative. You will ensure the Contractor meets all contractual obligations and complies with Main Roads’ specifications and requirements for both routine and reactive maintenance activities.

You will play a key role in auditing, monitoring and reporting on Contractor performance, providing specialist advice to contract, compliance and project teams, and supporting continuous improvement in electrical asset maintenance. The position also requires you to contribute to asset performance assessments and assist in the ongoing development of maintenance practices and reporting frameworks.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring substantial expertise in electrical asset maintenance, supported by proven experience in contract management and the oversight of maintenance activities delivered by external service providers. Your ability to review, interpret and analyse technical maintenance data and performance indicators will be essential.

Your talent for building strong, professional relationships will be invaluable as you engage with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, including local government authorities, service providers and transport portfolio partners. Given the scope of the position, your capability to research, analyse and problem‑solve will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and long‑term performance of Main Roads’ electrical assets.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, detail‑driven individual to advance their career within an innovative team at a time of exciting organisational modernisation. You will be part of an environment that encourages continuous improvement, embraces new ideas and supports active contribution to the strategic direction of the branch.

If you are looking to build your future and grow both personally and professionally, consider a career with Main Roads Western Australia. If you possess the required skills and this opportunity resonates with 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 12% 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 comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities.

• A statement outlining your substantial skill, knowledge and experience in the following three (3) criteria in no more than two (2) pages:
• Construction and/or maintenance of electrical control systems and intelligent transport systems assets
• Western Australian Electrical Requirements (WAER), AS/NZ 3000, 3017 and 2019
• Managing technological, physical and other resources within agreed allocations to meet agreed outcome

• Evidence of possession of your current Western Australian ‘C-A’ Class (car) motor vehicle drivers’ licence or an approved equivalent.

If you have any questions about the role, contact John Paffet on (08) 9265 5255 - not to be contacted for assistance with your 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 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 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.