Road Workers - Mid-North Coast Crews

Transport for NSW; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW Fernbank Maintenance Crew in Port Macquarie is seeking a Road Worker to perform road maintenance and manual labouring tasks.

Join a team that values safety, quality, and collaboration. The role is on-site with a 9-day fortnight roster and requires White Card and Traffic Controller Cards (or ability to obtain within 3 months).

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Must hold the following qualifications: White Card, Traffic Controller Cards (or obtain within 3 months of employment).
• Willingness to undertake any legislated or internal licensing or ticketing requirements as directed.

Responsibilities

• Perform road maintenance and manual labouring tasks using plant and equipment and powered and non-powered hand tools.
• Road maintenance activities may include, but not limited to, grass cutting, drain cleaning, pavement repair and incident response.
• 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.
• On occasion attend call outs when required.
• 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.

Education

White Card

Traffic Controller Cards

Job description

Job reference number:112493

Employment type:Permanent Full-Time

Salary range:$1365.8-$0.0

• You prioritise the safety of yourself and others at work, both physically and mentally.
• 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.

We have an immediate vacancy for a Road Worker to join our Fernbank Maintenance Crew. We are also seeking to establish a talent pool for future opportunities across our Mid North Coast district teams:

• Fernbank Depot Maintenance crew

In this role, you\'ll:

• Perform road maintenance and manual labouring tasks using plant and equipment and powered and non-powered hand tools
• Road maintenance activities may include, but not limited to, grass cutting, drain cleaning, pavement repair and incident response
• 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
• On occasion attend call outs when required
• 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 descriptionandinformation 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
• Traffic Controller Cards (or obtain within 3 months of employment)
• Willingness to undertake any legislated or internal licensing or ticketing requirements as directed

Whilst not required, previous experience as a Road Worker or related civil construction labouring experience is highly desirable.

We take WH&S and the management of fatigue of our employees seriously. Therefore, to be successful in this role it is a requirement that you must reside within a 70km travelling distance from the nominated depot.

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. VisitSupporting 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.