Job Description

Shape your world and turn your skills into meaningful public impact for NSW communities, spaces and economies

• Build an awesome career with Heritage Stoneworks
• This is an ongoing opportunity available now + join our Talent Pool
• Alexandria, Sydney office site
• Wages Award 38hrs ($74,252) plus fares, travel and all applicable allowances (approx. $12,000) + super

The skilled artisans at Heritage Stoneworks handcraft sandstone blocks for use in the maintenance of our state’s most impressive historic buildings. Their work will also encompass the installation of these blocks on site, and all associated craft skills. It ensures that more than 800 heritage-significant sandstone buildings across NSW remain culturally significant and operational as schools, hospitals and courthouses.

In this role you will perform assigned stonemasonry tasks at a capable level ensuring all work is completed efficiently, safely, and to the required quality and heritage standards whilst collaborating with others to examine, evaluate, and develop practical solutions within defined project parameters

Read the role description for more detail: Stonemason

Our Stonemason (W5) supports the planning and/or delivery of a range of assigned infrastructure project tasks or may manage small scale infrastructure projects with low to medium risk and complexity in order that time, cost, quality, safety, targets and the organisational objectives and client expectations are met.

You are responsive and effective in all client interactions, contribute to the capture of lessons learned on projects by participating informal lessons learned forums and demonstrate professionalism by undertaking professional development activities in consultation with business unit management.

As a Stonemason with Heritage Stoneworks, you will be self- motivated and have a genuine passion for stonemasonry. You will also demonstrate knowledge of trade and understanding of current Work Health and Safety legislation and regulations and strive to maintain high standards of quality and safety while adapting to changing work conditions, priorities, and project demands.

We can only consider your application with the following essential requirements:

• Trade certificate or equivalent qualification in Stonemasonry with relevant experience in the field
• Preferred-Current High Risk Work licence for Dogging or a current Fork-lift licence
• Preferred-Valid Australian Driver Licence and willingness to drive to remote locations which may include overnight stays

About us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.

Apply now

Apply today with your CV and cover letter.

Applications close 11.55pm on Wednesday 5 August 2026

For more information contact Paul Thurloe via paul.thurloe@dphi.nsw.gov.au

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways team for a yarn.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.