The City of Canning takes pride in what we do and believes in looking after one another and our community. Our projects are diverse and challenging and we are looking for some new recruits for our construction and maintenance team.
Join our dynamic construction team
We're on the lookout for dedicated Construction Workers to assist with maintenance and construction of our road network, ensuring that we provide our community with improved service and safer roads.
These roles offer variety and the stability of local government employment with the satisfaction of seeing your work shape the community.
If you have experience in construction works, roadworks maintenance, drainage works, concreting or brick paving, and have an MR or HR licence, we'd love to hear from you
What you'll be doing
* Annual maintenance and construction programs of the City's road and drainage network
* Concrete works including footpaths, kerbing, setting-up formwork and concrete finishing
* Daily planning and safety discussions
* Operating power tools, plant, and equipment with confidence
* Operating Medium Rigid vehicles, including cleaning and basic maintenance
* Working as part of a team to deliver works on time and to a high standard
Who we're looking for
* MR driver's license as a minimum (HR Licence desirable and training can be provided if required)
* Experience in construction, roadworks maintenance, drainage works, concreting, or brick paving
* Ability to safely and competently operate power tools, plant and machinery (tickets desirable, e.g. bobcat, excavator, loader, crane truck, roller, etc)
* A positive, team-focused attitude and commitment to helping your work mates
* White card and satisfactory National Police Certificate required (within 6 months validity)
Why you'll love working at the City
* Full-time permanent position – Monday to Friday, 38 hours a week
* Enjoy a 9 day fortnight – have an RDO every second week
* $39.41 per hour + super + penalties for overtime and special projects night work
* 17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave
* We match super contributions to help you save for your future
* Discounted health insurance, free flu shots, skins checks and other well-being events
* Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
* Complimentary membership to the Cannington and Riverton Leisureplexes
Impact the Community in a Big Way
The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference With a population of over 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.
Ready to ensure safer roads for our community? Canning welcomes you to apply
Click APPLY to complete the application and submit your Resume and Cover Letter. Visit our website for more information about the roles.
You may also contact the following Construction Works Supervisors for a confidential discussion:
Andrew Johns, for construction & maintenance)
Alex Williams, for concreting)
Applications are open until 5.00pm, Sunday 7 September 2025. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.