Posted: 06/06/2025
Closing Date: 23/06/2025
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Capel
Job Category: Trades & Services
* Are you a skilled Construction Grader Operator?
* Do you have a strong focus on safety and quality?
* This unique opportunity could be for you!
We are looking for a proven grader operator who is motivated to help us deliver our projects on time, to budget and while meeting our quality standards.
The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.
Job Description
As the Construction Grader Operator you will undertake construction and maintenance of roads and associated infrastructure across the Shire, ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently and to required standards.
The Rewards
As part of our team, you will enjoy:
* Flexibility and support
* Investment in you and your career
* An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected
* A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety
* Full time, 9 day fortnight
* Base annual salary $75,404 per annum dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications
* Annual leave loading of 17.5%
* Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution
* Employee benefits program offering a wide range of discounts
For further position related requirements please refer to Position Description – Construction Grader Operator PDF (377KB). If you are viewing this ad in Seek the link may have been removed. Please view this vacancy on our website at capel.wa.gov.au/council/work-with-us.aspx to access the position description.
Desired Skills And Experience
We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future.
To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:
* Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire’s HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork
* Demonstrated knowledge of road construction techniques
* Proven experience operating graders and other construction plant
* Ability to read and interpret construction plans
* Experience in maintaining a range of road surfaces
* Competency in general plant and equipment operation
* Construction Safety Awareness Certificate (White Card)
* Current HR class driver’s licence
* Basic Worksite Traffic Management (BWTM) Certificate
* Traffic Controller accreditation
* Chainsaw Operation Certificate
* Current First Aid Certificate
Experience in applying risk management principles in the workplace and qualifications / experience in workplace training and/or assessment will be highly regarded.
Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on 9727 0222 to discuss.
Further position related enquiries can be directed to Organisational Development on 9727 0222.
Applications close 9.00am on Monday 23 June 2025.
The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found. #J-18808-Ljbffr