Drainage Leading Hand

• Permanent full time
• Enjoy working a 9 day fortnight
• $84,095 – $97,170 base + allowances + penalty rates
• Generous superannuation scheme up to 15.75%
• Excellent employee benefits including the potential to salary package a novated lease vehicle and housing, gym membership, and corporate health discounts

Why work for the City:

The City of Busselton is located in the picturesque southwest coastal region of WA and offers an enviable lifestyle and the opportunity to be part of one of the most progressive, diverse and ambitious Local Governments in the state. We pride ourselves on providing positive outcomes for our community and offering a supportive environment for our employees.

About the role:

We are seeking a motivated and capable Leading Hand to coordinate and lead the delivery of stormwater drainage construction, reconstruction and maintenance works across our rapidly growing region.

This is a key leadership role within our Maintenance team, providing the opportunity to make a real impact on community infrastructure while enjoying the unbeatable South West lifestyle.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and coordinate the Drainage team to deliver construction and maintenance works safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Manage drainage capital works projects and programmed maintenance activities within budget and timeframes.
• Interpret design plans, estimate materials, schedule works and manage multiple jobs simultaneously.
• Oversee contractors, traffic management and internal crews on active roadways and confined spaces.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, mentoring and on-the-job training to team members.
• Assist with budgets, estimates, procurement and contract management.

What you’ll bring to the role:

You will align with the City’s Values and be able to demonstrate the below competencies:

• Extensive experience in civil infrastructure construction and maintenance, with strong expertise in stormwater drainage.
• Advanced plant operation experience (including backhoe loaders) and a thorough understanding of plant safety and pre-start checks
• Proven leadership, job planning, budgeting and time management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret design and construction plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a customer-focused approach
• Confidence supervising teams, contractors and traffic management in high-risk environments.

Pre-employment requirements:

• Current HR Class Driver’s Licence
• National Police Clearance not more than six months old
• White Card
• Proof of right to work in Australia

Apply: Please click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. Please remember to attach a copy of your current resume.

Enquiries: James Edmonds - Civil Works Coordinator on 08 •••• •820 or Human Resources on (08) •••• •727.

Closing date: Applications are invited until 4.30pm on Sunday, 16 August 2026. Screening of applications may take place throughout the advertising period.

The City of Busselton aims to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and encourages applications from Aboriginal Australians, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people living with a disability and people of all ages.