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We’re always looking for passionate individuals who want to contribute to the betterment of our region. We aim to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community and encourages people of all ages, Indigenous Australians, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disability to apply for opportunities within our organisation.
Join us in making a positive difference in Exmouth and beyond!
Current vacancies
Labourers
If you enjoy working in an outdoor environment and contributing towards ensuring a vibrant town we would like to hear from you. The Shire of Exmouth is seeking Engineering Labourers to join the team on a permanent full-time basis.
Reporting to the Coordinator Works this position is responsible for working within a small team environment to ensure that operations and maintenance activities within the engineering portfolio are delivered in accordance with specifications, plans and safety documentation.
The Engineering Labourer will perform key functions, including but not limited to physical labouring activities associated with:
• Road surfaces, Footpaths and Kerbs reinstatement.
• Paving, Line marking and Bitumen works.
• Drainage.
• Fencing and Safety Barriers.
• Guide posts.
• Herbicide use.
• Tree management.
• Maintenance of parks, gardens, town street verges and recreation areas.
Ideally, the successful candidate will have a Medium Rigid (MR) licence, a minimum of 2 years of experience on a variety of civil construction machinery, competency tickets for light and heavy plant and experience in handling of horticulture equipment.
What we offer: This position is classified as a Level 5 under the Shire of Exmouth Industrial Agreement 2025 and comes with the following remuneration benefits;
Casual
- Hourly Rate: $45.90 per hour (casual loading included)
- Location allowance of $2,002 per annum (pro rata)
Permanent full-time
- Base salary of $72,558 per annum
- Housing allowance of $5,000 per annum
- Location allowance of $2,002 per annum
- Rostered 9-day fortnight
- 5-weeks of annual leave per annum
Additional benefits
- Up to 22% superannuation (includes co-contribution by you)
- Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of service (conditions apply)
- Uniform allowance
- Employee Assistance Program and other well-being services
How to Apply: Access the full job description and fill out the application form below. Please provide a current resume/summary of employment. For enquiries about this position, please contact Shane Evans, Manager Works, on 08 9949 3080 or reach out to us at humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au.
The recruitment process will remain open to establish a pool of suitable applicants for current and future vacancies. The Shire reserves the right to interview and appoint applicants at any stage throughout the recruitment process, as operationally required.
Position Download:
Ben Lewis
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate they have or are able to secure accommodation in Exmouth.
Waste Site Attendant
If you enjoy working in an outdoor environment and contributing towards ensuring a vibrant and sustainable town we would like to hear from you. The Shire of Exmouth is seeking a Waste Site Attendant to join the team on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Coordinator Works, the Waste Site Attendant will oversee the recipt, sorting and disposal of wast materials at the Waste Site, ensuring site sers follow regulations and instructions, maintain site cleanliness and safety standards, and provide excellent customer service to members of the public. The Waste Site Attendant will promote and support waste sustrainable activities and be enthusiastice for the reduction of waste within the Shire of Exmouth.
This is a hands-on role that will ensure the day-to-day operations across the Shire’s landfill operations. In this role you will maintain the Waste Facilities in accordance with the Landfill Environmental Management Plan (LEMP) and any licensing requirements under direction of the Coordinator. The role includes the operation of plant and equipment and is responsible for delivering a high level of customer service, including receipting of monies for the waste facility in accordance with Shire procedures.
Demonstrated experience in the operation of heavy plant and machinery in a waste management environment and a current “HR” class driver’s licence will be highly regarded.
What we offer: This position is classified as a Level 4/5 (based on level of skills and experience) under the Shire of Exmouth Industrial Agreement 2025 and comes with the following remuneration benefits;
- Base salary of $71,353-$72,558 per annum
- Housing allowance of $5,000 per annum
- Location allowance of $2,002 per annum
- Up to 22% superannuation (includes co-contribution by you)
- Regular RDOs and 5-weeks of annual leave per annum
- Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of service (conditions apply), uniform allowance, employee assistance program and other well-being services
How to Apply: Access the full job description and fill out the application form below. Please provide a current resume with a covering letter outlining why you believe you are the best applicant for this role For enquiries about this position, please contact Shane Evans, Manager Works, on 08 9949 3080 or reach out to us at humanresources@exmouth.wa.gov.au.
Position Download:
Ben Lewis
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Shire of Exmouth is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate they have or are able to secure accommodation in Exmouth.
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