Bridge Worker

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:

• Undertake labouring and manual handling tasks for a variety of bridges and culverts across the district at a sub-trade level.
• Undertake a range of functions relating to maintaining timber, steel and concrete bridges, including assisting other trades and painting when required.
• Work under limited supervision, perform routine and complex labouring/manual tasks
• Safely operate a range of small plant and powered and non-powered hand tools.
• Be prepared to work away from home throughout the year and attend after hours call outs when required
• Work a 9-day fortnight
• You will have the opportunity to acquire new skills in plant operations, formwork, falsework, concreting, truck driving to further your industry experience.

This is a permanent position and will form part of the Northern Bridges team

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information 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 must have previous experience as a Bridge/Road Worker Grade 3 level or related civil construction experience.

You must hold the following qualifications:

• Construction industry White Card
• Valid and current unrestricted NSW driver’s licence
• Willingness to undertake any legislated or internal licensing or ticketing requirements as directed

You will have experience operating small plant, hand tools and power tools with a keen interest to learn on the job as well.

High risk work tickets and Medium Rigid Licence are desirable but not essential as training will be provided.

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 100 km distance from the South Grafton depot.

Who we are

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

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, Thursday 30th July 2026

For more information about this role, please contact BRETT.IRELAND@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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