Job Description

• 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 are currently recruiting for permanent and temporary Road Workers across Newcastle district to meet current operational needs. This Talent Pool will be used to fill permanent and fixed term opportunities (up to Aug 2027) as they become available in accordance with project and operational demands. This is a great opportunity to gain experiences in our Network Construction and Maintenance crews. These positions are located across Newcastle district.

In this role you will:

• Deliver hands‑on road construction work within live traffic and moving plant environments across Transport for NSW projects.
• Work safely and productively on road‑based construction sites, adapting to night works, weekend shifts and changing site conditions.
• Provide reliable labouring support to construction crews to keep projects moving and communities connected.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the and Transport for NSW website.

You will live within a 100 km radius from the appointed base (depot) and are prepared to work outside normal working hours, attend callouts, travel across the district and work away from home when needed.

About you:

• You have construction or civil labouring experience and are available for night, weekend and work‑away duties across local and regional project locations.
• You’re recognised as a hard worker who earns respect through effort, reliability and pulling your weight every shift.
• You bring experience working around traffic and moving plant on road projects to support safe, consistent construction outcomes.

You must hold the following tickets/ Licence's

• White Card
• Current driver’s licence

Traffic Control tickets and Truck Licence (Medium Rigid) up to (Heavy Rigid) are preferred but not essential.

You must have previous experience as a Road Worker Grade 1- 3 level or related civil construction labouring experience. Please refer to the position description below for more detail.

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.

Apply today

Applications close 11:59 PM Tuesday 7 April 2026

For more information about this role, please contact KAREN.RAYNER@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

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.

Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW

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