Shire of Denmark
A vibrant coastal community, connected to the environment, living the village lifestyle.
LEADING HAND CONSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE
About us:
At the Shire of Denmark, we foster a values-driven and inclusive workplace. With an outstanding 99% staff satisfaction rate, we offer more than just employment-we provide a supportive environment where you can thrive.
About the Opportunity:
As a Leading Hand Construction Maintenance, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving the Shire’s roads and infrastructure. This position requires a proactive leader who can inspire a team, work autonomously, and operate plant and equipment safely and responsibly.
You will:
- Lead and motivate a team in day-to-day operations.
- Operate and maintain heavy and small plant equipment.
- Ensure workplace safety and compliance with Work Health & Safety standards.
- Deliver excellent customer service and represent the Shire positively.
- Support training initiatives to build a multi-skilled workforce and enable your team.
- Be flexible to part-take in the call out roster.
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in maintenance and construction.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with heavy and small plant equipment.
- Sound knowledge of workplace safety and health.
- Physically fit and capable of manual labour.
Qualifications
- HR Driver’s Licence – Required
- HC Licence – Desirable
- Plant Operating Tickets - Preferred
- Construction Card – Required
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a supportive team culture.
- Opportunities for professional growth and training.
- Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community.
Hours: Full-time 76 hours per fortnight – 9 day fortnight
Salary: $72,852 per annum, plus up to 17% employer superannuation contributions. Other benefits include a Leading Hand Allowance, adverse working conditions allowance, and mobile phone allowance.
How to apply:
Please submit your resume, Application for Employment Form and a cover letter which highlights how your skills and experience would suit this role, either by email to info@denmark.wa.gov.au, on-line via our website, or by mail to PO Box 183, Denmark WA 6333. A Candidate Information Package and the Application for Employment Form is available by clicking on the links or by contacting Employee Support and Culture on (08) 9848 0305.
Applications must be received no later than 4.00pm on Friday 19th December 2025.
The Shire of Denmark may begin the recruitment process before the application deadline.
David King
Chief Executive Officer
PO Box 183, Denmark WA 6333
Telephone: (08) 9848 0300
Email: info@denmark.wa.gov.au
Web: www.denmark.wa.gov.au |