Traffic Controller

Company Information:

The Shire of Esperance, located 750km from Perth on Western Australia’s south east coast, comprises some of the most spectacular landscapes and beaches in WA.  The Shire employs over 300 people in a diverse range of roles, making us one of the largest employers in the region. Employees enjoy generous benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, health and wellbeing initiatives, opportunities for career progression, and work life balance.

All employees strive to embody the Shire’s values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence in contributing to the community, making Esperance a great place to live and work.

About the Job

There is an exciting opportunity with the Asset Operations Team for a Traffic Controller. The position involves installation of traffic control equipment and systems to assist with the coordination of traffic. While the position is primarily to manage the traffic requirements within the construction projects there will be times traffic management will be required for other duties as directed. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Undertake traffic management requirements as directed by the Team Leader or Traffic Control Supervisor.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• The ability to understand and install traffic management equipment as per set plans.

This is a permanent full-time position working 99 hours per fortnight, with a registered day off every second Friday.  

About you 

In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must have:

• Hold and maintain Basic Worksite Traffic Management Accreditation (BWTM) accreditation
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role in Traffic Control.
• Willingness to work remotely or travel.

Benefits

Salary: $97,577.47 per annum (including overtime allowance)

Permanent staff are entitled to:

• 5 weeks annual leave per year
• Minimum of 11.5% superannuation employer contribution
• Superannuation co-contribution offered to a maximum of 5%
• Free access to the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre (pool & gym)
• Access to career development opportunities
• Uniform allowance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Employee wellness initiatives including Employee Assistance Program, skin checks and flu vaccinations

Applications close on the 27th of October 2024

Applications must be made via the Shire of Esperance online recruitment portal by clicking the APPLY button below and include a current Resume and a Cover Letter.

Further details are available in the Position Description, found on the recruitment portal, or contact Human Resources on 08 9071 0647

The Shire of Esperance is an Equal Opportunity Employer