Road Worker

Transport for NSW; Broken Hill; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW in Broken Hill is seeking a hands-on Roads and Maintenance Crew member to support construction, maintenance and renewal of road surfaces. This in-person, outdoor role keeps communities safe and resilient.

You'll work in a team, gain skills such as traffic control tickets and plant operation exposure, and contribute to safer, longer-lasting infrastructure. The role is based in Broken Hill, 9 days a fortnight with every second Friday off.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and positive attitude.
• Team player who takes initiative, safety-conscious, and willing to learn on the job.
• Previous road or labouring experience is welcome but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team delivering essential road infrastructure across NSW and support construction, maintenance and renewal of road surfaces.
• Join the Roads and maintenance crew and perform practical tasks including pavements, drainage, roadside signals and signage.
• Opportunity to gain traffic control tickets and exposure to plant operations for broader skills development.
• Contribute to safer, smoother roads and longer-lasting infrastructure in an outdoor setting.
• Role is based in Broken Hill, 9 days a fortnight with every 2nd Friday off.

Job description

Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Trades & Services

Job location:

Broken Hill, NSW, AU, 2880

Job reference number: 111072

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $1365.8-$1365.8

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:

• Work as part of a team delivering essential road infrastructure across NSW, you’ll help keep our roads safe and resilient by supporting the construction, maintenance and renewal of road surfaces.
• This role will see you join our Roads and maintenance crew, taking on a range of practical tasks including maintenance and construction of pavements and drainage systems, roadside traffic signals and signages.
• With opportunities to gain new skills such as traffic control tickets and exposure to plant operations, you’ll build valuable experience in a supportive team.
• You will contribute to safer, smoother roads and longer-lasting infrastructure in a hands-on, outdoor environment.
• This role is based in Broken Hill, and you’ll work 9 days a fortnight (Enjoy every 2nd Friday off).

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About You

• Your strong work ethic, reliability, and positive attitude formed across any sector or through life experience will see you thrive in this role, where being flexible, safety-focused and ready for physical work are key.
• You’re recognised as a team player who takes initiative, skilled at getting the job done safely and efficiently, and willing to learn on the job.
• Previous road or labouring experience is great but not essential—we’re looking for the right attitude and commitment.

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.

Applications close 11:59 PM Saturday 12 September, 2026.

For more information about this role, please contact [e-mail].

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.

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