Truck Driver (MR Gang) - Balranald at Transport for NSW

Balranald, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Truck Driving, Road Worker Labouring, Maintenance, Plant Operation, Traffic Control, WHS Compliance, Team Collaboration, Manual Labour, Crane Operation, Local Road Knowledge, Construction Experience, Safety Standards, First Aid Certification, Excavator Operation, Bobcat Operation, Roller Operation

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: • Operate Light and Medium Rigid vehicles (with a GVM of greater than 4.5 tonnes) as an MR Truck Driver for the Maintenance & Delivery or Construction team • Tow any trailers that their vehicle is rated to tow • Operate a HIAB or similar truck mounted crane. • Carry out general road worker labouring duties of a Road Worker Grade 3 • Perform maintenance and manual labouring tasks using plant and equipment and powered and non-powered hand tools when not operating the Truck. • In addition to the above, the trucks operated by this position may include water tankers and Flocon Trucks (asphalt transport) - The water cart requires a license higher than MR. It’s not essential for the role, but it would be good to have. • Work collaboratively with the team including Team Leaders and Works Supervisors to manage the day-to-day operations and tasks as well as resolve issues that may arise • Keep up to date with WHS legislation and policies and procedures as it relates to minimising risk and keeping to safe work standards • Work a 9 Day Fortnight Please click here to review the role description and general Transport for NSW information pack. About you We are looking for an experienced Truck Driver who has the capability to work under limited supervision and has experience in maintaining a safe and injury free workplace for all employees while operating in a high speed, high traffic volume environment. Essential Licenses and Tickets: • White Card • Current Australian Medium Rigid (Class MR) License with a good driving history • Traffic controller card (Implement Traffic Control/Prepare Work Zone) • Willingness to undertake any legislated or internal licensing, training or ticketing requirements as directed Labouring experience in a construction or civil environment and experience and understanding of local road networks across the district. You will live within 100km radius of the Balranald works depot Whilst not essential, experience in operating plant (excavator, bobcat, padfoot/smooth drum roller) and a first aid certification would be an advantage. 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. We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options. This is an in-person, on-site role. What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now! Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 12 October 2025. 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 info 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.

Responsibilities

Operate Light and Medium Rigid vehicles as an MR Truck Driver and perform general road worker labouring duties. Additionally, carry out maintenance and manual labouring tasks using various tools and equipment.