Heavy Plant Operator/ Labourer

Heavy Plant Operator / Labourer

Total Salary Package from $83,500pa

Do you enjoy working outdoors in a team environment? Are you interested in making a positive difference in your community?

About the role

The Shire of Ravensthorpe is seeking a highly self-motivated and experienced person to fill the full time position of Heavy Plant Operator/ Labourer within our Infrastructure Services Team. 

As a Plant Operator you will be responsible for all duties which assist with Shire road construction and maintenance as well as operating trucks and machinery to support the delivery of the Shire’s works program effectively and efficiently. You will work as part of a team to ensure productivity and quality results are achieved in road maintenance and construction. 

As a Plant Operator/ Labourer you shall demonstrate strong experience in road construction, including the operation of trucks, loaders, backhoes, bobcats, rollers and other miscellaneous plant and equipment. The successful applicant will be provided with training and support required for the position. 

Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Ted Kilbey, Works Supervisor by calling (08) 9839 00***to further discuss the opportunities and requirements for this position. 

Conditions

Applicants must have or be willing to successfully obtain:

• White Card
• Current HC license (however MC is preferred)
• Heavy Machinery tickets
• Pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol.
• National police clearance.

What’s in it for you?

A total salary package from $83,500pa will be offered dependent on qualifications, skills and experience as per the Ravensthorpe Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2023.

There are lots of benefits to taking up a role with SOR

• A competitive, Enterprise Bargaining Agreement-based salary with annual increments 
• Flexible working hours including flexible start/finish times.
• 11% superannuation, increasing to 12% by 1 July 2025
• Additional 5% superannuation with co contributions
• $114 per week pro rata allowance for full and part time employees residing within the Shire, to assist with the living costs associated with living in an isolated area
• Access to salary packaging arrangements
• Two additional days of leave per year (local government holidays)
• 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading 
• Free Gym and Pool season pass for all full and part time employees
• Free Annual Flu shot 
• Discounts on Childcare fees

Location 

The Shire of Ravensthorpe encompasses the settlements of Ravensthorpe, Hopetoun, Jerdacuttup, Munglinup and Fitzgerald and is located within the picturesque Fitzgerald Biosphere Coast region. Located five hours south east of Perth, two hours west of Esperance and three hours east of Albany, the Shire of Ravensthorpe is nestled amongst the spectacular Fitzgerald River National Park, the Ravensthorpe Range and stunning coastline.

A beautiful and family friendly place to settle that offers a healthy lifestyle, the Shire of Ravensthorpe is made up of strong communities, with locals who are passionate about agriculture, art, wildflowers, history, the environment, sport, fishing and recreation. The primary industries include mining, farming and tourism.

How to apply for this position

Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide: 

• A current resume outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A covering letter outlining your suitable experience for the position and why you are interested in this field of work. 
• The contact details of two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your application. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current Supervisor or Manager. 

Applications can be emailed to *******@ravensthorpe.wa.gov.au or posted to PO Box 43, Ravensthorpe WA 6346, addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Ravensthorpe and marked Confidential – Heavy Plant Operator/Labourer no later than 4pm Monday 29 January, 2024.

Supporting a diverse workforce

The Shire of Ravensthorpe is a family friendly and equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equality and diversity. We value the unique diversity that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and members of our LGBTQIA+ community, women and youth bring to our workforce.

We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

Matthew Bird

Chief Executive Officer