At the City of Stirling, we’re proud to be WA’s largest local government, serving over 243,000 residents with more than 200 community-focused services. With a workforce of 1,500, we’re committed to building an inclusive, capable and future-ready organisation. We invest in our people, embrace innovation, and offer a workplace where flexibility, wellbeing and growth are more than just words - they’re how we work.

We’re looking for two reliable, safety-focused Plant Operators to join our Engineering Operations team, with one opportunity in Drainage and one in Reactive Maintenance. These hands-on roles help keep the City’s roads, drainage networks and public infrastructure safe, functional and well maintained for our community.

This is a practical, outdoor role where around 80% of your day will involve manual labour and around 20% will involve operating plant and equipment. You’ll work as part of a supportive field-based team delivering construction, maintenance and responsive works across the City.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Complete general labouring and maintenance duties
• Operate plant and equipment safely
• Support drainage or reactive maintenance works
• Transport materials, plant and equipment
• Complete plant checks and site records
• Report plant defects and hazards
• Follow safe work practices onsite
• Participate in toolbox meetings

We’re looking for practical, team-focused operators who enjoy physical outdoor work and take pride in delivering safe, high-quality maintenance outcomes. You’ll ideally bring:

• Current HR class driver’s licence
• Plant operation tickets or certificates
• Safety Awareness Training Certificate
• Experience operating relevant construction plant
• Strong manual labouring capability
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of safe work practices
• Current National Police Clearance

Why You’ll Love Working Here 

• Work Your Way – Flexible hours and free parking
• Rewarding You – Boosted superannuation and extra leave options
• Feel Your Best – Gym discounts, therapy dogs, and wellness perks

Ready to Make a Real Impact?
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, work outdoors and help maintain essential infrastructure for the community, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a team that values safety, teamwork and quality service delivery.

Questions? Reach out to Elwyn on (08) 9205 7052 or Aj on (08) 9205 7050

Applications close: Monday 24 August 6pm (We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don’t wait!) http://www.stirling.wa.gov.au/employment

The City embraces its diverse workforce by supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development. Here at City of Stirling we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the City of Stirling, the Wadjak People of the Nyoongar Nation, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia. We will act with compassion and respect towards all people and value people of all abilities, ages, religions, faiths, sexualities, gender identity and cultural backgrounds.