Heavy Plant Operator – General Hand

Shire of Gingin; Shire Of Gingin; Hybrid; AUD 47,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave entitlement: 22 days annual

Leave loading 17.5%

9-day fortnight

Professional development

Free parking

Job summary

The Shire of Gingin is seeking a skilled Heavy Plant Operator – General Hand to join our Operations and Assets team. This hands-on role supports the construction and maintenance of the Shire’s road network, operating plant and assisting with a variety of works across the region.

The successful applicant will have experience operating heavy plant, thrive outdoors and contribute to safe, quality infrastructure for the community.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy plant and machinery.
• Willingness to work outdoors and in varying conditions.
• Ability to contribute to road construction and maintenance projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy plant for road construction and maintenance.
• Assist with a variety of works across the Shire's region.

Skills

Experience operating heavy plant and

Job description

Heavy Plant Operator – General Hand

Posted: 7/10/2026 Closing: 23/10/2026 04:00 PM

Permanent, Full-Time, Remuneration Up To $77,652.22

The Shire of Gingin is seeking a skilled and reliable Heavy Plant Operator – General Hand to join our Operations and Assets team. This hands‑on role supports the construction and maintenance of the Shire’s road network and infrastructure, operating plant and assisting with a variety of works across the region.

If you’re experienced in plant operation, enjoy practical outdoor work and take pride in delivering quality infrastructure for the community, we’d love to hear from you!

What We Can Offer You

• Remuneration Up To $77,652.22 plus superannuation up to 15%.
• 22 days annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading.
• 9-day fortnight is possible.
• Supportive team environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Attractive working location and free parking.

To Apply

Applicants may view the Position Description HERE .

Written applications may be emailed to [e-mail] or submitted via the "Apply Online for this Job" button below.

A police clearance and medical check will be required later in the process.

Your application must include the following 3 documents:

• Covering letter outlining your interest in the position.
• Current CV / Resumé (please ensure referees are current).
• Response to Selection Criteria - see page 2 of the Position Description and in a separate document outline your ability to meet each of the requirements of the role (maximum of 3 pages).

Please note: the Shire of Gingin reserves the right to close the recruitment period earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Applications close 4.00pm, Friday 23 October 2026.

Eligibility

• Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or legal working rights is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions at the Shire of Gingin.
• Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.
• The Shire of Gingin is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The Shire encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities, and genders to apply for this position.
• All employees and prospective employees of the Shire of Gingin are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

Enquiries

• Human Resources Manager – [e-mail]
• Scott Hennings, Supervisor Operations – [e-mail] / 9575 5100

Previous applicants need not apply.