Works Assistant

NSW Public Service Commission; Moree; On-site; AUD 1,300 - 1,600; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking a Works Assistant (Construction) to support road maintenance, asset inspection, quality assurance and contract surveillance across transport infrastructure in Narrabri & Moree. This in-person role is on-site and requires teamwork and a safety-first mindset, with opportunities to grow in project delivery and leadership within high-risk environments.

Your strong communication, problem-solving and teamwork will help deliver quality outcomes, meet safety standards and

Qualifications

• Experience in inspections on construction sites or road works.
• Ability to conduct quality inspections and resolve issues.
• Familiarity with WHS principles and field safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering road maintenance, asset inspection, quality assurance and contract surveillance.
• Conduct inspections, support problem resolution and continuous improvement in the field.
• Work in a high-traffic, safety-critical environment to ensure quality outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Job description

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Works Assistant (Construction) - Narrabri & Moree

Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Projects

Job location: Moree, NSW, AU, 2400

Job reference number: 108937

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $1587.4-$1587.4

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.

In this role, you'll:

Working as part of a team delivering road maintenance, asset inspection, quality assurance, and contract surveillance across transport infrastructure.

This role will see you support works delivery through inspections, quality assurance activities and surveillance of contracts, while developing skills in project delivery, compliance, and team leadership in high risk environments.

You will be conducting quality inspections, problem resolution and continuous improvement initiatives in a high traffic, safety critical and operational field environment.

Your communication, problem solving, teamwork and safety-focused attributes formed across construction, infrastructure, road maintenance or field-based operational environments will see you excel in delivering quality outcomes, meeting safety and compliance requirements and overcoming operational challenges while working both independently and in teams to lead to successful project delivery, safe work practices and consistent service outcomes.

You’re recognized as skilled at conducting inspections, resolving issues and supporting team delivery, experienced in working in outdoor, labour-intensive and traffic-exposed environments, applying WHS frameworks and collaborating with stakeholders.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

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, Sunday 30th August 2026

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

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