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Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Projects

Job location: Bega, NSW, AU, 2550

Job reference number: 112615

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $1562.9-$0.0

You’re looking to get hands‑on experience and hone your trade skills.

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:

As a Carpenter within the Bridge Maintenance team, you'll help maintain and repair vital bridge and drainage infrastructure across the region. You'll undertake a variety of carpentry, concreting, and maintenance tasks, operating tools, equipment, and small plant to deliver safe and high‑quality outcomes.

You will:

- Carry out carpentry and maintenance work on bridges and drainage structures in a safe and efficient manner.
- Operate a range of tools, equipment, and small plant, including conducting routine inspections and basic maintenance.
- Perform routine and complex manual tasks, both independently and as part of a team.
- Contribute to planning, problem‑solving, and continuous improvement activities to support operational outcomes.
- Provide guidance to apprentices and small work groups when required.
- Follow and promote WHS, environmental, and quality management procedures to ensure work is completed safely and to specification standards.
- Travel throughout the district and work away from home when operationally required.




- Participate in after‑hours callouts and emergency response activities when required.
- Enjoy the benefits of a 9‑day fortnight roster, supporting a healthy work‑life balance.

This is a permanent full‑time opportunity based in Bega, and applicants must reside within a 100 km radius of the Bega Depot.

You're a skilled and safety‑focused Carpenter who takes pride in delivering quality workmanship and contributing to the maintenance of critical community infrastructure. You enjoy hands‑on work, thrive in a team environment, and are committed to achieving safe and effective outcomes.

You will bring:

- Demonstrated carpentry experience within construction, civil, maintenance, or infrastructure environments.
- Experience in general concreting, including formwork, steel fixing, and concrete finishing.
- The ability to interpret engineering drawings, including reinforcement and steel schedules.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and a commitment to quality workmanship.
- A proactive approach to safety and teamwork.
- Certificate III in Carpentry (or equivalent).
- Current Construction Industry White Card.
- Willingness to obtain and maintain any legislated or internal licences, tickets, or certifications required for the role.




- Ability and willingness to work at heights and in confined spaces (training and accreditation will be provided).
- Flexibility to travel and work away from home when operationally required.
- Residency within a 100 km radius of the Bega Depot.

Most importantly, you place safety at the centre of everything you do and are committed to creating a secure workplace for yourself, your colleagues, contractors, and the broader community.

Who we are

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

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.

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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.

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