Current Vacancies

There is one current vacancy with the Shire of West Arthur.

Leading Hand – Parks and Gardens – Permanent Full-Time 

The Shire of West Arthur has an exciting opportunity for a permanent full-time Leading Hand – Parks and Gardens. In this role, you'll be supervising and working with the Parks and Gardens team, while carrying out various park and garden tasks.  

We are looking for:

  • Sound knowledge of the operation of plant and equipment.
  • Proven experience driving various plant in a safe and productive manner.
  • Initiative, adaptability, and the ability to work independently, as well as within a team.
  • Strong organisational and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of work health and safety practices.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive package: Level 5 of the Local Government Industry Award 2020, allowance, superannuation and leave loading.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Uniforms and a wellbeing program.
  • Flexible working conditions and a great workplace culture.

This position is offered at level 5 plus over award of the Local Government Industry Award 2020, depending on experience, with an opportunity to increase after twelve months. Other benefits include the opportunity for overtime, 76 hrs per fortnight (9-day fortnight), adverse working conditions allowance and 12% super guarantee plus an extra 3.5% for matching additional contribution.

The Shire provides a housing allowance pro rata of $60 per week for full time and part-time employment positions. Subsidised housing available if required.

If you would like to find out anything further regarding this position, the application for employment form and application package are available from Shire’s website, www.westarthur.wa.gov.au. Otherwise, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Shire’s Manager Works and Services, Gary Rasmussen on 08 9736 2400 or email worksmanager@westarthur.wa.gov.au

To be considered for the position, please submit the following:

  1. A cover letter of no more than two pages outlining your experience relevant to the role and why you would like to be considered for the position.
  2. A current resume which provides:
    Relevant personal details (including name, address, phone number, email address)
    Summary of work experience, including the dates and details of tasks performed in each position
    Education and training relevant to the position description
    Any activities you have undertaken outside of work relevant to your application.
  3. The names and contact details of two referees who can comment on your work experience. One referee should preferably be your current or recent supervisor/manager.
  4. Application for Employment form to be completed and returned with resume, located in the application package on the website www.westarthur.wa.gov.au 

Applications should include a completed employment form from the Shire’s website or a resume with the contact details of two recent work-related referees. They will be delivered to the Chief Executive Officer, Shire of West Arthur, 31 Burrowes Street, Darkan, WA, 6392 or lodged electronically to hr@westarthur.wa.gov.au.

The closing date for this position is on 31 July 2026.

The Shire reserves the right to close applications early.

Application Package