Careers

Working at Main Roads, you will be part of a strong team that is committed to provide an integrated, world-class transport network across WA.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce and in line with our commitment to improve diversity, we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disability to apply. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate a recruitment process, please contact John McKelvie, Recruitment Manager, (08) 9323 6173 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au.

We post the latest graduate, part-time and full-time positions on this page. Click 'Apply' to be taken to the Jobs WA website to view full job descriptions and submit your application. 

Current job opportunities 

Asset Manager Structures

  • Location: Northam
  • Closing date: Monday, 14 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: Level 6 $129,635 - $152,832pa MRWA EBA + 12% Superannuation  
  • Overview: You will oversee the monitoring, assessment and reporting of asset condition and performance, identify investment priorities, and develop long-term asset management plans and programs that support a safe, reliable and sustainable road network.  

Graduate Information Communication and Technology (ICT)

  • Location: East Perth
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: Level 3 $91,638 - $105,266 MRWA EBA + 12% Superannuation 
  • Overview: Our Graduate Information Communication Technology (ICT) Program is a two-year rotational program, allowing you hands on participation and providing practical learning experiences in a range of specialist areas – not only relevant to your qualification, but also to your strengths and interests.

Graduate Business

  • Location: East Perth
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: Level 3 $91,638 - $105,266 MRWA EBA + 12% Superannuation  
  • Overview: Our Business Graduate program is a two-year rotational program that is tailored to each individual, based on your skills, strengths and interests. 

Graduate Spatial Science

  • Location: East Perth
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: Level 3 $91,638 - $105,266 MRWA EBA + 12% Superannuation  
  • Overview: Our Spatial Science Graduate program is a three-year rotational program, providing practical learning experiences in a range of specialist areas. The rotations are based on your strengths, skills, and interest within business needs.  

Engineering Associate

  • Location: East Perth
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: Level 2 $80,786 - $94,625pa MRWA EBA + 12% Superannuation 
  • Overview: This is a three-year rotational program, providing practical learning experiences in a range of specialist areas.The rotations are based on your strengths, skills, and interest within business needs and include a 12-month rotation in one of our regional locations.

Chief Information Officer

  • Location: East Perth
  • Closing date: Monday, 14 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Fixed Term - Full Time
  • Classification: Level 9 $186,680 - $200,259 pa + 12% superannuation, PSCSAA2024
  • Overview: This is a full time, fixed term role for a period of five (5) years. As a member of Corporate Executive, this role will shape technology strategy and be accountable for driving corporate governance, innovation and service delivery across the organisation.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Carnarvon)

  • Location: Carnarvon
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Geraldton)

  • Location: Geraldton
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Jandakot)

  • Location: Jandakot
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Neerabup)

  • Location: Neerabup
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Northam)

  • Location: Northam
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Fixed Term - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Narrogin)

  • Location: Narrogin
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Fixed Term - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Hazelmere)

  • Location: Hazelmere
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities  

Civil Construction Apprentice (Hazelmere Bridge)

  • Location: Hazelmere Bridge
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Kalgoorlie)

  • Location: Kalgoorlie
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Albany)

  • Location: Albany
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities

Civil Construction Apprentice (Onslow)

  • Location: Onslow
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Newman)

  • Location: Newman
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Port Hedland)

  • Location: Port Hedland
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Karratha)

  • Location: Karratha
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Mandurah)

  • Location: Mandurah
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Manjimup)

  • Location: Manjimup
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Bunbury)

  • Location: Bunbury
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Kununurra)

  • Location: Kununurra
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Broome)

  • Location: Broome
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Special Projects)

  • Location: Various
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Civil Construction Apprentice (Derby)

  • Location: Derby
  • Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 2 $68,009 - $79,277 pa MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: We are looking for highly motivated individuals with strong problem-solving skills who are eager to get involved and take on new challenges and responsibilities. You enjoy working as part of a team and have a genuine interest in road maintenance and construction activities.

Senior Road Workers / Road Workers

  • Location: South Hedland, Karratha, Onslow and Newman
  • Closing date: Monday, 14 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: AWU Level 3/4/5 $100,773 to $123,309 pa (inclusive of commuted overtime) MRWA EBA + 12% superannuation
  • Overview: These are permanent opportunities as part of our maintenance and minor capital works at Main Roads!  Learn more about the Pilbara Region and Main Roads team here.

Project/Contract Manager

  • Location: South Hedland
  • Closing date: Monday, 14 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: Level 5 $112,409 - $131,517 pa MRWA EBA + 12% Superannuation
  • Overview: These positions offer an excellent opportunity to advance or commence your career in a role within State Government. Our environment encourages people to improve business practices and actively contribute to the strategic direction of the region and Main Roads. 

Business Manager

  • Location: East Perth
  • Closing date: Monday, 7 September 2026 at 1pm
  • Work type: Permanent - Full Time
  • Classification: Level 5 $112,409 - $131,517pa MRWA EBA + 12% Superannuation
  • Overview: In this key role, you will bring significant experience in business planning, financial management, performance reporting and governance, together with a demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results within tight timeframes.

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Feature Story - Olivia Sutton

When Olivia Sutton was ready to return to work after starting a family, she found her priorities had changed. Yes, she wanted a role that would offer more flexibility, but she wanted more than that—she wanted to give something back.

Olivia kept encountering obstacles balancing the costs and time commitments of retraining with a young family, but then she found the answer at Main Roads.To learn more about Olivia's journey, read the WORK180 Article.

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