Overview
Are you looking for a hands‑on role where your work makes a real difference in our community? Enjoy working outdoors with lots of variety, where no two days are the same? The Shire of Coolgardie is seeking a motivated, reliable team player to join our Infrastructure & Assets team as Labourer / Plant Operator .
Responsibilities
* Operate Shire plant and equipment while carrying out labouring duties that improve and enhance our natural and built environment.
* Undertake day‑to‑day maintenance and upgrades of Shire buildings, roads, and community assets.
* Support the smooth planning and delivery of operations and outside works across the Shire.
What We Can Offer You
* Annual cash salary $69,173.31 plus overtime and 12% superannuation.
* Four (4) weeks' annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading.
* Professional development and training opportunities.
* Employee Assistance Program, plus free skin cancer screening and flu vaccinations.
* Free access to the swimming pool and gym.
* Family‑friendly employer – free school holiday care (for school age children) at both Coolgardie and Kambalda Recreation Centres.
Applications & Enquiries
Applicants may view the Position Description.
Applications should be submitted to Human Resources, PO Box 138, Kambalda WA 6442 or via email *********@coolgardie.wa.gov.au.
Your application must include the following documents:
* Covering letter outlining your interest in the position.
* Current CV / Resume detailing your work experience and skills (please ensure referees are current).
Please note: the preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre‑employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as:
* Rights to work in Australia
* Satisfactory National Police Clearance
Applications close 4.00pm, Wednesday 21st January 2026.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or legal working rights is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions at the Shire of Coolgardie.
* Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
* Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.
* The Shire of Coolgardie 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 Coolgardie are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.
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