- Permanent, Full-Time Position working a 9-day fortnight
- Band 3 + Allowances $35.30 - $37.28 + super
- Based out of our Wendouree Depot

About the role

We are currently looking for two Road Maintenance Workers to work within our Road Network team to complete a variety of civil maintenance activities on sealed roads, servicing the Ballarat municipality to provide safer roads and access ways to all community members.

This full-time role will enjoy a 9-day fortnight and will be responsible for the delivery of services as directed by the Supervisor Road Network for the maintenance of the City’s road infrastructure assets including;

- Sealed Roads – Pothole repairs, edge repairs

- Road shoulder repairs and maintenance

- Traffic management set up and monitoring, ensuring daily records are accurately maintained

About you

You are a reliable and safety-focused team player with experience in road maintenance, construction, civil works, or a related field. You take pride in delivering high-quality work and have a strong commitment to workplace safety, customer service, and maintaining public infrastructure.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

- Experience in road maintenance, asphalt, concreting, spray sealing, or general civil construction.
- A strong work ethic and ability to work effectively within a team workplace.
- Knowledge of safe work practices and a commitment to Occupational Health and Safety.
- The ability to operate plant and equipment relevant to road maintenance activities.
- Excavator, front end loader, skid steer, backhoe tickets (desirable)
- A current Victorian Driver Licence (MR/HR Licence desirable)
- Traffic Management accreditation (desirable)
- Basic computer and mobile device skills, including the ability to use applications for work orders, inspections, timesheets and communication.
- The ability to undertake physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions.




- Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude toward serving the community.

Be Part of Something More:

Join us in making a real difference to the lives within our community. Working for City of Ballarat you will be part of a team that values honesty, transparency and accountability in everything we do. We believe in the importance of valuing every Individual and working together to support the community. Together we create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make a positive impact.

Benefits

There’s more to remuneration than just salary.

Here are some key benefits you might value:

- Learning and development programs
- Flexible work policies
- Employee benefits program
- MyWellbeing initiatives

To Apply

To apply for this position please click on the apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is 11:59pm 9 August 2026.

Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and provide answers to the key selection criteria as outlined in the attached Position Description.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.

Contact

For any additional questions, please contact Paul Church, Supervisor Road Network at **********@ballarat.vic.gov.au, phone 0427 219 ***.

At the City of Ballarat, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, flexible workplace where everyone feels welcome. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. If you need any support during the recruitment process, reach out to us at ***************@ballarat.vic.gov.au

We’re proud to be a child-safe organisation, committed to protecting children and young people from harm. Our culture promotes their safety and wellbeing, and we require all successful candidates to undergo relevant screening, including a Working with Children Check and criminal history check.

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