Bridge Inspection Worker

Please be advised that scheduled maintenance is to be undertaken on Saturday 27th July 2024 from 1 PM to 11 PM (AWST) and the system will be unavailable during this window.Convenience Buttons:Bridge Inspection WorkerDivision:Planning and Technical Services DirectoratePosition No:P0071152Salary:AWU Level 3/4 $71,478 - $83,041pa MRWA EBA + 11% superannuationWork Type:Permanent - Full TimeLocation:PerthClosing Date:2024-07-15 1:00 PMWhy Work With Us?People and businesses rely on our roads to get to work, home and around Western Australia.As the WA State Government Agency responsible for safely managing the State’s road network, Main Roads Western Australia is committed to connecting people and places by delivering integrated and intelligent transport systems and services, providing safer roads and better journeys for our customers.With a rich history dating back to 1926 and an exciting future ahead, Main Roads is not just about roads. It’s also about people. Our services are delivered through the dedicated efforts of our talented, passionate, and dynamic employees, who are located in regional and metropolitan offices throughout the State.Whatever stage of your career, we are dedicated to helping you reach your potential, both professionally and personally, so that together we can achieve ours.About the RoleMain Roads is seeking practical individuals to join a Perth based team undertaking hands on, challenging and rewarding work undertaking timber Bridge Inspections around the State.There are over 800 timber bridges in Western Australia that must be inspected for defects every 5 years. These timber bridges will remain in service for many years to come so there will be a continuous on-going need for Timber Bridge Inspectors for the foreseeable future and beyond.In this role, you'll enjoy spending a significant amount of time working outside in regional and remote locations. You'll enjoy working in a close-knit team and will work well with limited supervision using hand tools and specialist equipment to complete inspections and accurate written reports for review.If you possess the skills and this position interests you, we encourage you to apply.What We OfferAt Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible, and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go within an organisation that supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is important to you.A Bridge Inspection Worker needs to have both physical and technical abilities. The work involves the use of hand tools and specialist equipment and workers must have technical abilities. Main Roads will organise and fund the required training for the successful applicants to obtain the required qualifications to perform the role.In addition to our competitive salary and 11.5% superannuation, some of the benefits to working with Main Roads include:

• Gross salary (40 hours per week) of $75,561 to $83,041 ($36-$39 per hour) depending on experience, plus superannuation
• A modified 8 days on / 6 days off roster which provides significant financial benefits to employees by way of overtime payments is currently being utilised. This interim arrangement is in place up to May 2025 when it’s renewal will be subject to review.
• An industry allowance of $71.80 per fortnight (gross rate)
• Travel, accommodation, and laundry allowances
• A mobile phone for work use (Limited private use is also permitted).
• A minimum of 4 weeks annual leave, 10 public holidays, 3 additional public service holidays and 13 weeks long service leave after 7 years continuous service
• Annual Leave Loading of 17.5% paid in December each year.
• Training and development opportunities within the team and the organisation as a whole

Submitting Your ApplicationPlease submit the following as part of your application: * A comprehensive CV including employment history and the work undertaken for each job

• A copy of your Western Australian C-A Class (car) motor vehicle driver's licence or an approved equivalent

Note, to be eligible for this position, you must have held your drivers licence for a period of at least 24 months. * Any applicable Trade Certificate or Qualifications.The information you provide will be used in the assessment of your suitability against the job requirements.Please allow plenty of time to submit your application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail toFor job specific information/for a confidential discussion of this opportunity please contact Colin Ward on (08) 9323 4721 - not to be contacted for assistance with application.For assistance with your application or for general enquiries please contact Claire Simms on (08) 9323 6140 or emailOur commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplaceAs an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce and in line with our commitment to improve diversity, we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact Claire Simms on (08) 9323 6140 or emailAdditional InformationThe successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment.Applicants deemed suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to “similar vacancies” within Main Roads subject to business requirements.Please be advised that an Executive Search may be undertaken as part of this recruitment process.