Plant Operator / General Hand

Employment Details
Date Added: 12-Sep-2025
Closing Date: 29-Sep-2025 04:00 PM
Position Description:  Download Position Description

The Shire of Dowerin is seeking two motivated and experienced Casual Plant Operators/ General Hands to join our Infrastructure and Projects team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the maintenance and improvement of our local roads and infrastructure, while being part of a supportive and community-focused team.

What we offer:

  • Hourly rate: $42.17 – $49.12 (incl. casual loading), depending on experience

  • 12% superannuation

  • Uniform allowance – look professional without the expense

  • Free gym and pool membership – supporting your wellbeing

  • Professional development – tailored opportunities to grow and upskill

  • Attractive overtime opportunities through construction projects

  • Supportive and thriving team culture

About the role:

In this role, you’ll:

  • Operate a range of heavy plant and equipment (grader, loader, skid steer, excavator desirable)

  • Undertake civil construction and road maintenance works across the Shire

  • Carry out general labouring duties, equipment checks, and record keeping

  • Work independently and as part of a close-knit team

What we’re looking for:

  • Demonstrated experience operating heavy plant and equipment

  • Road maintenance and civil construction experience

  • White Card (Construction Safety Awareness)

  • Basic Worksite Traffic Management accreditation

  • Current HR driver’s licence (HC or MC desirable)

  • Strong work ethic, teamwork and communication skills

How to apply:

Applications marked “Private & Confidential – Casual Plant Operators/General Hands” should be submitted via email to ceo@dowerin.wa.gov.au or posted to:
Shire of Dowerin, PO Box 111, Dowerin WA 6461

Applications close 4:00 pm, Monday 29 September 2025.
Please note: The recruitment process may be closed early if a suitable candidate is identified prior to the closing date.

For more information and a copy of the position description, visit www.dowerin.wa.gov.au.
Confidential enquiries can be directed to Ben Forbes, Manager of Infrastructure & Projects, on (08) 9631 1202 or via email bforbes@dowerin.wa.gov.au.

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