Vacancy Details


The City of Joondalup takes pride in being a Local Government that has been internationally recognised for providing outstanding services to the local community. To continue to set the standard in WA Local Government for innovative services and programs, we are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic employees who will be committed to making a positive contribution to the City and its community.

Plant Operator – Engineering

  • Salary: $69,764 per annum ($1341 per week)
  • Plus up to 15% superannuation (conditions apply)
  • 9-day fortnight
  • Free onsite parking
  • Ref No: 24-135

The City is seeking an experienced individual to join the Engineering Operations as a Plant Operator. You will be responsible for undertaking skid steer loader services including box out and loading debris in trucks, to maintain the City’s drainage sumps.

To be successful for this position you will have a minimum of two years’ experience in the use of small plant and equipment, such as a skid steer loader.

Successful applicants will also be required to hold the following permits/ licenses:

  • Plant Operators License for Skid Steer Loader
  • WA MR/HR Class Drivers Licence.
  • Construction Safety Induction Card (White Card)

Please complete a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) and resume which covers the following selection criteria:

  • Minimum of two years’ experience in operating construction plant equipment including a skid steer loader.
  • Knowledge of engineering maintenance techniques, materials and equipment including an understanding of sump maintenance.
  • Experience working in a team environment.

If you would like more information about the additional qualifications and tickets that you will have the opportunity to acquire as part of being the successful candidate for this role, we encourage you to review the Position Description below.  

If you are interested, we would like to hear from you. Further information can be obtained by calling Jonathon Burdett, Senior Team Leader Engineering Maintenance on 9400 4153.

To apply, please submit your resume and a covering letter online, addressing the above criteria. Applications close at 11.55pm on Tuesday 3rd December 2024.

The City of Joondalup is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The City 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 City of Joondalup are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

JAMES PEARSON

Chief Executive Officer

Canvassing of Elected Members will disqualify applicants.