Backhoe Operator/General Hand

About the role:

We're looking for a skilled Backhoe Operator to join our Engineering Construction and Maintenance team, playing a hands-on role in keeping our City's roads, drains, footpaths and streetscapes in top condition.

In this role you'll operate the backhoe and largely assist with general drainage construction duties, working alongside Engineering Construction and Maintenance Supervisors on a variety of civil engineering tasks. From general construction to ongoing maintenance of key Council assets, your work will directly contribute to the safety, functionality and appearance of our local infrastructure.

You'll take pride and ownership in the quality of your work, applying strong technical skills and sound judgement to deliver reliable results, while identifying and addressing any remedial work needed along the way. Safety will always come first and you'll comply with WHS legislation and procedures, looking out for yourself, your colleagues and the community in everything you do.

This is a varied, active role that also calls for flexibility, with opportunities to assist across other areas of the City as required. If you're an experienced plant operator who takes pride in a job well done and enjoys being part of a team that keeps the City running smoothly, we'd love to hear from you.      

Key accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide excellent customer service when dealing with internal and external customers and a willingness to make a difference in improving the quality of life for our community.
• Perform a variety of plant operations and general duties associated with the construction of earthworks, roads, drainage and in the maintenance of various engineering and parks assets.
• Operate and maintain all associated plant and equipment in accordance with safe working practices, policies and procedures.
• Assist when required in other maintenance activities within Parks and Engineering Maintenance.

For more information about the role, please refer to the position description.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Skills and experience in drainage construction and the use of associated machinery
• HR Licence
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate
• White Card

About working with us:

The salary for this position will be from $77,769.79 - $78,884.59 per annum (includes loading), depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

You will also enjoy benefits, including:

• More flexibility to enjoy a work life balance with a 9-day fortnight
• Excellent leave entitlements, e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
• Generous superannuation contributions up to a total combined 18.75%
• Comprehensive employee wellness program
• Generous study assistance (terms and conditions apply)
• Free parking options available
• Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work.

About the City

The City of Swan covers 1,042 square kilometres, representing nearly 20% of the Perth metropolitan area. It includes 42 suburbs from Bullsbrook to Bushmead, Ballajura to Gidgegannup and it is among the fastest-growing regions in Western Australia. The City is home to the iconic Swan River and the internationally celebrated Swan Valley, founded in 1829. It is a sought-after destination to live, work, and visit, combining quality services and amenities with a beautiful natural setting.

The area also holds profound cultural importance for the Whadjuk Noongar people, reflecting more than 40,000 years of connection to the Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River). Today, the City is a dynamic and diverse community, where one in three residents were born overseas and one in five speak a language other than English at home.

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life for our community by delivering our vision of ‘one city, diverse people, culture and places’ through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.

At the City of Swan, we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work. We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ+, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

For more information about this position, please contact Jeff directly on 0438 955 ***.

For queries regarding the application process, please contact our friendly People Services team on (08) 9267 9***.

To apply please submit a resume that outlines your qualifications and experience, via the link.

Closing Date:  Sunday 6 September 2026 at 11pm.

The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early. Therefore, if you are interested in this position please submit an application as early as possible.

*No agencies please.