People need to get to work, home and everywhere in between and businesses rely on our roads. 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.
About the Role
Main Roads are looking for an energetic and motivated individual with strong technical capability and well-developed communication skills for this key role as the Maintenance Manager in the Mid-West Gascoyne based in Geraldton.
You will plan and manage the delivery of the routine and periodic maintenance programs for the Region within approved funding allocations including the management of maintenance resources in the Mid-West Gascoyne Region to deliver maintenance works and programs.
As part of this role, you will be constantly liaising with the community and working with key stakeholders to ensure the safety of all road users. You will be required to monitor and report of the delivery performance of the maintenance works program for the region to both internal and external stakeholders.
We are looking for people with:
- Experience in project and construction management, including road maintenance planning and delivery.
- Experience in road maintenance practice including resurfacing and rehabilitation treatments and practices.
- Exposure to managing resources.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively.
- The ability to influence, negotiate, persuade and solve problems.
- Enthusiasm, commitment and a focus on achieving results.
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 11.5% superannuation, the following regional initiatives/benefits may be available to new employees:
- Commuted Overtime Allowance of 9% per annum based on an additional 2 hours and 30 minutes worked per week.
- Regional subsidies – gas/electric, telephone subsidy.
- Main Roads will provide housing in Geraldton at a subsidised rate consistent with the Government Regional Officer Housing Scheme.
- 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.
Find Out More
For questions about the role, please contact Neil McKenzie on (08) 93956 1264.
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 Thao Le Ho on (08) 9323 4147 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.
Submitting Your Application
Please submit the following as part of your application:
- A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.
- A statement outlining your substantial skill, knowledge and experience in the following four (4) criteria in no more than four (4) pages:
- Road maintenance practice including resurfacing and rehabilitation treatments and practices.
- Project and contract management.
- Managing financial, technological, physical and other resources within agreed allocations to meet agreed outcomes.
- Managing employee behaviour, performance and development.
- A copy of your current Western Australian ‘C’ or ‘C-A’ Class motor vehicle drivers’ licence or an approved equivalent.
- A copy of required qualifications listed in the Job Role Statement (if applicable).
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 assessment and provide a satisfactory and current National Police Clearance prior to appointment 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.
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