Traffic Maintenance Worker

Position No: 039/2024
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

• Are you driven by the opportunity to work for a thriving regional City committed to organisational excellence?
• Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background to exciting new challenges and learn from the best?
• We work together with you to create a culture based on respect, trust and inclusiveness.

Imagine a future with us

The City of Mandurah (CoM) is one of the main cultural ambassadors and project leaders for Mandurah. We not only support and empower local businesses, create local jobs and opportunities but foster innovation and creativity in enterprise whilst considering the impact to our beautiful environment. At the City of Mandurah we are building a thriving City connected to its people and nature, delivering possibility for everyone.

At CoM, we look out for one another; prioritise respect, are fair, look after your development and wellbeing; foster an inclusive culture and embrace diversity in all forms. We’re committed to continually building a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people feel appreciated and accepted and achieve their full potential. Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. At CoM you will find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realise your full potential.

But enough about us, let’s talk about you

We are in the market for a self-motivated and experienced individual who can undertake and lead the installation and maintenance of the City’s traffic signs, bollards, handrails, banners and all other signage and traffic devices as required in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner, and to agreed quality standards.

You are passionate about your profession and enjoy the rewards of a good challenge. At CoM we strive to embrace change as our norm and therefore require a person who is innovative, agile, proactive and enthusiastic.

What impact will you make?

• You like to work as part of a team, under the direction of the Team Leader, in all aspects of traffic maintenance, including:
  • Installation and maintenance of traffic signs, bollards, handrails, banners and other signage and traffic devices
  • Sign manufacturing, maintenance and repairs
  • Assisting with minor line marking install and maintenance
  • Providing technical advice and support when required
  • Assisting with the preparation of costing information
• You can efficiently control vehicular and pedestrian traffic at, and around worksites
• You are friendly and will respond to customer enquiries (in the field) in a professional and courteous manner.

What can you bring to the team?

• Certificate III in Civil Construction or previous relevant experience in a traffic and/or sign maintenance environment
• Current unrestricted MR (Medium Rigid) class national driver’s licence
• Current White Card
• Current Basic Worksite Traffic Management
• Current Basic First Aid Certificate
• Current Elevated Work Platform EWP Ticket
• Current Forklift FLT Ticket
• Current Working and Heights Certificate
• Considerable experience within a general handy maintenance role
• Be competent in the use of concrete cutters, jackhammers, plate compactor, line marking plant, general hand tools and equipment
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans and specifications
• Working knowledge of Australian Standards on manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (AS1742) and Main Roads WA Act
• Ability to work under general direction
• Ability to prioritise workflows
• Good verbal and written literacy, interpersonal skills and numerical skills
• Flexible approach and preparedness to perform all aspects of traffic and sign maintenance
• As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to participate in a full pre-employment medical that includes drug and alcohol testing.

The finer details

This full time OSE 3 position attracts a salary range of $72,795 - $75,503 gross per annum dependent on qualifications and experience. Applicants must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style.

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great! To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au. For further information or any enquiries, please contact Vikas Chauhan, Coordinator City Traffic on (08) 9550 3664.

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Why work with us?

You will be working for the City of Mandurah, an employer of choice and one of Western Australia’s fastest growing local authorities. Our vision at the City is “Woven by waterways, a City with a village heart” and all our employees instil the values of connected, integrity, excellence, courage and innovate. We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

There are many advantages in working for the City, including:

• A fair salary – enjoy great work conditions including salary sacrificing options.
• Access to free staff parking
• Superannuation Guarantee Contributions (SGC) payments with matching additional contributions made by the City in accordance with the City’s Enterprise Agreement.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including free recreation centre membership.
• Discounted medical insurance
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Flexible working hours including 9-day fortnight
• Transparent performance framework
• Generous leave entitlements – provisions for many forms of leave; including annual, personal/carers, parental, study, cultural, domestic violence, compassionate and bereavement leave
• Employee Assistance Program support
• A vibrant Employee Reward and Recognition Program

Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive Officer