• Full time position (76 hours per fortnight)
• Nine-day fortnight option
• Generous superannuation (up to 17%, conditions apply)
• Free parking available onsite
• Health and Wellness program (including free annual skin checks/flu vaccinations, biennial health assessments, seasonal fitness/yoga and wellness sessions)
• Convenient location close to Roe, Albany and Tonkin Highways
• Access to health fund corporate discount
• Annual salary: $78,588 plus super

About the City of Gosnells (City)

The City serves a diverse community of more than 135,000 residents. The City is a large local government organisation in Western Australia with a reputation for professionalism, innovation and excellence. City employees enjoy a work environment that encourages professional development and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

About this position

Are you a jack of all trades in the engineering construction field? If so, we would like you to consider joining the City's experienced Engineering Construction Team. This position focuses on the construction or alteration of stormwater drainage infrastructure including, pipes, pits and side entries in accordance with provided plans, guidelines, and policies.

In this position you will be expected to:

• Undertake and assume responsibility for precision measuring, single dimensional plan reading, and quality control.
• Operate City's vehicles, plant, and equipment in a safe and proficient manner, including loading requirements and transportation of various materials to/from various work sites in accordance with relevant guidelines and policies.
• Locate and identify underground services which may impact works being undertaken.
• Report vehicle and plant maintenance requirements to the Supervisor Engineering Construction and Fleet Services to ensure that plant and equipment is maintained to the required standards.
• Work effectively as part of a small team, demonstrating strong communication and a collaborative attitude to complete tasks as directed.

What we are looking for

To be successful, you must be able to demonstrate:

• Experience in a similar position, performing pipelaying tasks.

The City is willing to train the right candidate with other transferable skills and experience in drainage tasks.

• A solution-based approach to the maintenance of stormwater drainage infrastructure including pipes, pits and side entries.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with others and work closely with diverse teams, contractors, and stakeholders to contribute to the success of the business.

Essential requirements

• MR Driver's Licence
• White Card
• Current National Police Clearance (less than three months old). Please note: This is not essential to apply for the role but will be required at a later stage as it is an appointment condition.

Desirable requirements

• Current Basic Workplace Traffic Management and Traffic Control certificate
• Machine or plant operators certification

In return we can offer you

• A competitive salary and additional superannuation contributions
• Opportunities to grow your skills
• A supportive and forward-thinking work environment where your contributions shape the community's future.

Ready to apply?

For more information or to apply visit the City's careers site.

Human Resources can be contacted on 9397 3362.

Applications close at 4 pm on Monday 28 July 2025.

The City reserves the right to conduct interviews before the closing date.

The City of Gosnells embraces diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people and people with disability.