Our Client
Our client is a major NSW Government transport and infrastructure organisation responsible for delivering safe and efficient road and transport services across metropolitan and regional NSW.

These roles are based in a regional road maintenance team supporting essential works to keep the Lithgow road network safe and operational, including road construction, pavement rehabilitation, drainage, bridge and roadside asset maintenance.

Why Contract With Us
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About the Role
We are seeking three reliable and safety-focused Road Workers / Civil Labourers to join a NSW Government road maintenance team based at the Lithgow Depot.

This is a hands-on outdoor role supporting road construction, repairs and general maintenance. You will work as part of an experienced crew carrying out pavement patching, drainage works, traffic control support and general civil labouring.

The work involves a mix of road maintenance activities including use of hand and power tools and maintaining safe work zones around live traffic.
Previous roadwork or civil construction experience is highly regarded, and you must hold a White Card, relevant traffic control tickets and a current driver’s licence.

- Position Road Worker Grade 2
- Pay Rate: $44.29 per hour + super
- Location: Lithgow NSW
- Roster: 9-day fortnight with RDO every second Monday
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 6 months (potential extension)

Key Responsibilities

- Carry out road construction, maintenance and repair works across local roads
- Complete pavement repairs, patching, rehabilitation and general maintenance
- Assist with drainage construction, repair and upkeep
- Perform manual labouring tasks safely and efficiently
- Use hand tools and approved plant/equipment as required




- Install and maintain signs, guideposts and roadside furniture
- Support traffic control and maintain safe work zones
- Implement traffic control plans and follow site traffic management rules
- Conduct basic pre-start checks and equipment inspections
- Carry out minor equipment care and report faults or defects
- Follow WHS procedures, SWMS and supervisor instructions
- Identify and report hazards, incidents and environmental risks
- Keep work areas clean, safe and organised
- Complete basic records, timesheets and checklists
- Work respectfully and effectively with supervisors and crew members
- Assist with bitumen, sealing, line marking and bridge works when needed
- Attend toolbox talks and support continuous improvement
- Deliver work to safety, environmental and quality standards

About You
You are practical, reliable and comfortable working outdoors in a physically demanding road maintenance setting. You understand the importance of working safely around live traffic, following procedures and contributing positively to a crew.

You are safety-focused, comfortable with manual outdoor work, capable of using hand tools and equipment, and able to work effectively within a road maintenance team.

To be considered, you will have:

- Previous road worker, civil labouring, road maintenance or civil construction experience
- Current Construction Industry White Card
- Current Traffic Controller & Implement Traffic Control qualifications
- Current/valid Australian Class C driver's licence (MR driver's licence highly regarded)
- Worker's on Foot certificate or willingness to obtain (at own cost)
- Experience working safely around live traffic and active road construction environments
- Experience using powered hand tools and basic road maintenance equipment
- Understanding of WHS requirements and safe manual handling practices
- Ability to follow traffic management, environmental and workplace procedures




- Basic literacy and numeracy skills for completing work records and communicating with the crew
- Ability to undertake repetitive and physically demanding manual work
- Strong reliability, punctuality and commitment to attendance
- Willingness to undertake additional licences, training or tickets where operationally required
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a road crew
- Full PPE and willingness to comply with all site safety requirements
- Valid working rights in Australia with no sponsorship available

Application Process
Due to the high volume of applications and the limited submission timeframe, we may not be able to contact all applicants. This is not a reflection of interest, but a result of operational constraints. As part of mandatory government contract requirements, priority will be given to candidates who have completed all necessary compliance checks. For applicants with privacy concerns regarding work rights verification submission, documents may be presented in person at our local offices for sighting.

We encourage candidates who are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary experience and skills to apply. Please apply to this job post or submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the role to ***********@charterdiligence.com.au. For confidential inquiries, contact our recruitment team at (02) 7208 7*** (Sydney), (03) 9001 7*** (Melbourne), (07) 3866 7*** (Brisbane), or (08) 6118 77***(Perth).

Charter Diligence is an accredited recruitment agency for the Australian Federal Government and State Governments. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we operate and pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past and present. Charter Diligence is a 100% Australian-owned equal opportunity and LGBTQIA+ equity consulting firm and recruitment agency that provides the same benefits and opportunities for hiring and advancement to everyone without discriminating due to protected characteristics such as age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, religion, disability, and medical history.
Additional information

- Hands-on regional roadworks
- White Card & Traffic Control essential
- Long weekend every fortnight with a 9-day roster!

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