Why Work with Us?
Our roads are essential for daily life and travel across Western Australia. Main Roads Western Australia, celebrating 100 years in 2026, is built on a proud history and a future focused on people
Join our Goldfields-Esperance team, the largest region in WA, covering 771,000 square kilometres and home to over 39,000 residents.
We’re looking for a Network Operations Coordinator to join our team and help us keep the Goldfields road network safe, efficient, and incident-free. This is your chance to make a real difference in the community while working in one of Western Australia’s most iconic regions.
ENGAGEMENT SESSION INFO
We will be holding an engagement session for this position on Tuesday 21 July 2026 with a short presentation regarding the role.
- Date: Tuesday 21 July 2026
- Time: 4:00PM – 5:00PM – Meet & Greet
- Location: Kalgoorlie Head Office - 83 Piesse St, Boulder WA 6433
The session is not compulsory - however is encouraged so you have clear expectations and confidence in applying for the position and any questions on the application process.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary package between $123,679 - $137,769.89 per annum, inclusive of the allowances below.
Or $138,520 - $154,302 per annum with inclusive 12% superannuation
- Optional for on-call duties – overtime and allowances will be compensated, increasing your yearly earnings
- Annual Leave Loading of 17.5% is paid in December each year.
- Paid Commuted Overtime of 13.5% on top of your annual salary, based on additional 3 hours 45 minutes per week
- District Allowance of $2,354 or $4,708 (if you have a dependant) per annum
- Receive an annual power subsidies of up to $3,201 per year, dependant on the hot water system.
About the role:
As the Network Operations Coordinator, you’ll be the go-to person for all things road safety and traffic management in the Goldfields. Here’s some of the things you’ll be doing:
- Incident & Emergency Response: Utilise your emergency response expertise in this role, where you'll collaborate with emergency services such as WA Police and the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, to ensure the safety of the road network for all users during incidents.
- Road Network Compliance – Ensure compliance across the State road network by contributing to the effective management of access, development and works within the road reserve, and by proactively identifying and resolving non‑compliant or unsafe activities to safeguard safety and network performance.
- Traffic Design & Management: Review traffic designs, plans for traffic devices, and traffic management plans for road works and events, ensuring they align with safety and operational requirements.
- Investigations & Reporting: Investigate traffic operational matters and road safety issues to identify risks and assist with the preparation of correspondence and reports for stakeholders, including the Minister, Local Government, and the public.
- Heavy Vehicle Access & Route Assessments: Assess heavy vehicle access and routes, including RAV and PBS routes, and provide regional advice to ensure safe, efficient and compliant freight movement across the road network.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Are a motivated individual with a strong understanding of traffic management, road safety, and network operations.
- Have exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet during high-pressure situations.
- Excellent communication skills to liaise with stakeholders, prepare reports, and provide clear, timely guidance in complex operational environments.
- A proactive mindset with the ability to identify improvements and develop innovative solutions.
At Main Roads, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer careers. Here’s what you can expect:
- Option to work 37.5 hours or 40 hours per week
- Assistance with relocation if required
- Subsidised housing support
- Uniform and safety gear provided
Leave Entitlements:
- Attractive leave provisions – additional regional leave concessions to accommodate travel time
- Additional 3 Annual Leave Days per year (Public Sector Days)
- Accrue flex time – enjoy a work-life balance for the additional hours worked
Your Support & Development:
- Individualised annual professional development plan to support your goals
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Salary packaging options for vehicles and superannuation.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program
- An active regional social club to build keep those workplace connections, particularly for small close knit regional towns
To apply please visit: https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php?pageID=160&windowUID=0&AdvertID=412729
or 'Apply now' button - this will redirect you to the Jobs WA website, the full job advertisement and application instructions. Please read the instructions in full.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: MONDAY, 27 JULY 2026 AT 1:00PM (AWST)
