Senior Inspector (Roadworks)

Department of Transport and Main Roads; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration and generous

Five weeks annual leave + extra leave

Flexible working arrangements, incl. W

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Department of Transport and Main Roads in Queensland seeks a Senior Inspector (Roadworks) to oversee inspection, auditing and monitoring of roadworks contracts across routine and rehabilitation works, line marking, and disaster response. You will champion safety, quality and value for money while building strong stakeholder relations.

Reporting to the Engineering & Surveying group, you will guide inspectors, manage risk, provide technical advice and ensure works meet contractual standards.

Qualifications

• A current Class ‘C' Drivers Licence
• Must be eligible to work in Australia
• Criminal history check and serious disciplinary action declaration will be undertaken prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect contract delivery, including quality, safety, environmental and traffic management outcomes.
• Conduct and manage audits of contractor works, processes and records to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Maintain detailed project records and reports suitable for legal and contractual purposes.
• Guide and mentor inspectors in roadworks, contract administration and risk management practices.
• Conduct condition and needs assessments, identify maintenance priorities and recommend remedial actions.
• Apply project management, quality assurance and risk management principles, including surveillance planning.
• Provide technical advice on road construction, maintenance standards and best practices.
• Deliver operational support during critical incidents, emergencies and disaster response activities.

Job description

Make an impact on the safety, quality and integrity of Queensland's road network as a Senior Inspector (Roadworks). You will monitor, audit and evaluate roadworks contracts and activities, ensuring works meet contractual requirements, standards, specifications and service levels. From routine and rehabilitation works to line marking, reactive maintenance, third-party corridor activities, critical incidents and disaster response, you will help ensure works are delivered safely and to a high standard. This is a key role in driving quality outcomes, strong governance, value for money and compliance with legislative and contractual obligations.

Make an impact on the safety, quality and reliability of Queensland's road network as a Senior Inspector (Roadworks). You will oversee the inspection, monitoring and auditing of roadworks contracts across routine, programmed and rehabilitation works, line marking, reactive maintenance, third-party corridor activities, critical incidents and disaster response. Using your technical expertise, you will champion safety, quality, strong governance and value for money. You will build productive stakeholder relationships, manage risk, provide expert advice on construction and maintenance practices, and drive innovation and continuous improvement to deliver safe, customer-focused transport infrastructure.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Inspect contract delivery, including quality, safety, environmental and traffic management outcomes, and provide advice on contractor performance.
• Conduct and manage audits of contractor works, processes and records to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Maintain detailed project records and reports suitable for legal and contractual purposes.
• Guide and mentor inspectors in roadworks, contract administration and risk management practices.
• Conduct condition and needs assessments, identify maintenance priorities and recommend remedial actions.
• Apply project management, quality assurance and risk management principles, including surveillance planning.
• Provide technical advice on road construction, maintenance standards and best practices.
• Deliver operational support during critical incidents, emergencies and disaster response activities.

Mandatory Qualifications

• A current Class ‘C' Drivers Licence
• Must be eligible to work in Australia.
• Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check and serious disciplinary action declaration will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.

Desirable Requirements

• Certificate III Civil Construction, or recognised equivalence
• Certificate III Civil Construction Maintenance, or recognised equivalence
• Certificate IV Civil Construction Supervision, or recognised equivalence

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration, including generous superannuation and leave provisions.
• Five weeks of annual leave plus an additional leave day each year, with access to Volunteer and Community Service Leave.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements, such as working from home, part-time hours, and flexible start/finish times (subject to approval).
• Employer superannuation contributions up to 12.75%.
• Annual leave loading.
• Salary packaging arrangements.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous parental leave entitlements.
• Relocation assistance.

Diversity And Inclusion

At Transport and Main Roads, we foster a workplace culture built on respect, dignity, and fairness.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and women.

If you require additional support or adjustments, such as interpreting services, assistive technologies, or specific physical accommodations, please let us know to ensure you can showcase your abilities during the recruitment process.

Additional Information

Applications for this role may also be considered for similar vacancies within the Northern District for up to 12 months after the closing date of the initial vacancy.

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/706330/26

Closing Date: Tuesday, 17 November 2026

Occupational group Engineering & Surveying