Town Maintenance Officer - Wyndham

Applications Close (AWST): 6:00 PM 30/10/2026
Salary up to: $70,000 - $79,999
Occupation:
Manufacturing/Operations
Work Type:
Permanent - Full Time

Location:

Wyndham - Remote WA

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley values inclusivityand promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and allage groups to apply.

The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important. We are committed to employing people who share the SWEK ValuesofSafety,Teamwork,Accountability,Communication,andRespect; these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.

The East Kimberley is a stunning and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world-class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation options,great food, and friendly locals. It is an amazing and very unique part of Australia.

The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, witha unique mix of cultures, lifestyles, and abundant opportunities.

We are looking for a motivated Town Maintenance Officer to join our Operations Team in Wyndham toassist in the daily maintenance of parks and reserves, roads and drainage, reticulation systems and other works in the Wyndham townsite and surrounds. The role will also assist other Operational team members as required (i.e. Wyndham Landfill, Kununurraoperations staff) from time to time upon request by line management.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking duties relating to maintenance and construction projects that enhance or modify the parks, sporting facilities,public open spaces, reserves, cemetery’s, streets and Shire ablutions;
• Taking part on roadside preparation and maintenance including tree planting, removing litter, trimming, whipper snipping,tree and branch removal, clean up after storms etc
• Gardening duties including mowing, fertilising, planting,pruning, edging, reticulation maintenance and weed control;
• Operating fleet including truck/trailer, and plant equipment tocarry out maintenance requirements;
• Operating plant and equipment and ensuring that all equipment is well maintained and faults are reported immediatelytoensure best use and safe equipment;
• Maintaining plant and equipment log books and completing end ofday checks so equipment is work-ready for the nextday;
• Ensuring that tools, machinery, equipment and workshop is maintained to a high standard;
• Attending and participating in team meetings, tool box meetings, inductions and other required training;
• Following organisational specific procedures and processes atall times;
• Actively contribute to team planning and be committed to strong work productivity and high-quality outputs;
• Utilising initiative to solve routine problems and determine ways to improve efficiency and performance.

Relevant qualifications in Grounds maintenance, Machinery Operation and Horticulture or landscaping, current Blue/ White Construction Safety Card, current unrestricted WA Manual “MR’ or “HR” Class Driver’s Licence and current First Aid qualification are essential for this role.

Youwill also need experience in lawn and garden maintenance, good customer service skill, ability to work outdoors in East Kimberley conditions, ability to safely operate relevant equipment and strong communication skill.

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