Road Worker

Transport for NSW; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport For NSW is seeking a Roadworker to join our Traffic Facilities team within the Road Maintenance and Resilience Division. You will work with internal crews and external contractors to deliver road maintenance and renewal projects across NSW.

The role focuses on road markings, signs and traffic control systems, with a 9‑day fortnight roster. You will perform manual labouring, uphold safety and quality standards, and be willing to travel as required.

Qualifications

• White Card required.
• Current driver licence required.
• Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Control qualifications – or be willing to acquire within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and manual labouring tasks using hand tools and equipment.
• Undertake road maintenance activities including sign and markings installations.
• Work with Team Leaders and Supervisors to manage day-to-day operations and tasks.
• Contribute to productivity improvements during daily team meetings.
• Ensure safety, environmental and quality controls are followed on site.
• Adhere to WHS legislation and safe work practices on site.
• Work a 9-day fortnight roster.

Skills

Manual labour

Road maintenance

Sign installations

Traffic control

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

White Card

Current driver licence

Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Control qualifications

Job description

Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Projects

Job location: Waratah, NSW, AU, 2298

Job reference number: 110889

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $1365.8-$0.0

You’re open to a change of direction and a new challenge.

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:

Join our Traffic Facilities (Regional Delivery & Statewide Services) team within our Road Maintenance and Resilience Division.

As a Roadworker, you will work as part of an internal works crew and external contractors in the delivery of road maintenance and renewal projects across the NSW State, Regional and Local network to ensure delivery in accordance with time, quality and scope requirements.

This will primarily include road markings, signs and traffic control systems (TCS) projects.

You will:

• Perform maintenance and manual labouring tasks using plant and equipment and powered and non-powered hand tools
• Undertake road maintenance activities which will primarily involve but is not limited to: Sign and markings installations.
• 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
• Contribute to finding solutions to improve productivity and output during daily team meetings.
• Ensure safety is front and centre when performing daily activities and all environmental, quality controls are implemented on site.
• 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 roster.

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

About You

We’re seeking a team-oriented worker who has an eye for detail and is used to working in similar environments.

You are a practical thinker, quick learner and great communicator who enjoys being physically active performing outdoor manual tasks involving the use of hand tools and equipment within a team setting.

You must hold the following qualifications:

• White Card
• Current driver licence
• Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Control qualifications – or be willing to acquire within 3 months.

You will live within 100km radius of the Waratah works depot and are prepared to work outside normal working hours, attend callouts, scheduled night work and travel across the district and work away from home when needed.

While not required, it will be beneficial if you have previous experience in delivering road marking and / or signage related works.

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.

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.

Applications close 11:59 PM Thursday 24 September 2026.