Road Worker Yass at Transport for NSW

Yass Valley Council, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Player, Attention To Detail, Adaptability, Quick Learner, Effective Communication, Physical Activity, Manual Tasks, Hand Tools Operation, Equipment Operation, Road Maintenance, Emergency Response, Civil Construction Labouring, Traffic Control, Truck Driving

Industry

Truck Transportation

Description

You want to do work that makes a positive difference to local communities You've been developing your skills and are ready to work on projects that matter to the people of NSW. You know that quality matters and that delivering results requires a great team. In this role, you'll: • Carry out maintenance and emergency response activities for road incidents on the Hume Highway and other state roads managed by the Hume Motorway Office. • Perform a variety of maintenance and manual labor tasks using plant and equipment, as well as powered and non-powered hand tools. • Undertake road maintenance works, which may include (but are not limited to) road widening, barrier installations, pavement upgrades, overtaking lane construction, and heavy patching. • Travel across the region as needed to attend worksites, respond to call-outs, and work night shifts when required. • Work a 9-day fortnight schedule. This is an ongoing full-time role based at Yass. Please click here to review the role description and general Transport for NSW information pack here. About you You’re a team player with a keen eye for detail and experience working in similar environments. Practical and adaptable, you learn quickly, communicate effectively, and enjoy being physically active while performing outdoor manual tasks that involve using hand tools and equipment in a collaborative setting. Essential Requirements • Previous experience as a Road Worker (Grade 1–3) or in related civil construction labouring roles. See the position description for more details. • Current Construction Industry White Card. • Current unrestricted NSW motor vehicle driver’s licence. • Willingness to undertake any legislated or internal licensing, training or ticketing requirements as directed Preferred (but not essential) • Traffic Control tickets. • Truck licence (Medium Rigid to Heavy Rigid). Additional Requirements • Reside within 100 km of the Yass works depot. • Be prepared to work outside normal hours, attend callouts, travel across the district, and work away from home when required. Who we are Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. Join us Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers. This is an in-person, on-site role. What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now! Applications close 11:59 PM Wednesday 8th April 2026 For more information about this role, please contact HUMAIRA.RAHMAN-BARUA@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU. Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. Need some help with your application? Take a look at our application tips video series. Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW #LI-Onsite #reghyb

Responsibilities

The role involves carrying out maintenance and emergency response activities for road incidents on major highways and performing various manual labor tasks using plant, equipment, and hand tools. Responsibilities include undertaking road maintenance works such as widening, barrier installations, pavement upgrades, and heavy patching.