Job opportunity

Looking for an opportunity to become a direct employee of Main Roads Western Australia?

As part of our South West Region we’re looking for two (2) Road Crew Supervisors to join our Construction and Maintenance team to support our region to excel in managing our road network.

As a Road Crew Supervisor you play an important role in supervising the operation of road crews as they perform critical works on the network, including drainage installation, road widenings, overlay construction and intersection improvements. You will use your experience to ensure all road works are performed safely, efficiently, and to standard. You will demonstrate a calm demeanour as you show your leadership when providing onsite assistance in the management of incidents and emergency response. Furthermore, you will ensure the staff you supervise implement temporary Traffic Management Plans on site correctly, and that traffic safety, incident reporting and onsite assistance is managed appropriately.

In this role, you will promote a culture where the safety of your team and road users is paramount. Furthermore, this commitment will influence your approach to the supervision of road construction/maintenance  works, resolution of technical issues, matters, risks and opportunities. If you are an experienced road construction/maintenance worker who share’s out commitment to safety, 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 11% superannuation, the following regional initiatives/benefits may be available to new employees:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Attractive leave entitlements
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing focus

 All specific conditions will be confirmed at the time with the successful applicants.

The road ahead starts with a single step

Option 1: Apply Online

To submit your interest in these opportunities, select ‘Apply Now’ and upload the following documents

• A detailed resume demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities
• A copy of your drivers’ licence. Please note, to be eligible for this position, you must possess one the following (or an approved equivalent):
• A current Western Australian (‘C’ or ’C-A’ Class (car)); held for at least two years OR
• ‘MR’ Class (medium rigid truck) for a period of 1 year; held for at least one year
• If applicable to you, any Certificates, Licences, Accreditations, or Tickets.

For questions about the role, please contact Brad Grinter on (08) 9724 5704. For assistance submitting your application, please contact Claire Simms on (08) 9323 6140.

Allow plenty of time to submit your application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce and in line with our commitment to improve diversity, we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact Claire Simms on (08) 9323 6140 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au.

Additional Information

The successful applicant will need to complete a pre-employment medical assessment and national police clearance prior to appointment.

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

This recruitment pool will be valid for twelve (12) months, with the possibility of being extended. Vacancies will be offered on a full time or part time permanent or fixed term basis.

It is possible the Panel may assess you as suitable for an indicated level of choice and/or others as evidenced in the selection process.