Title:  Road Worker

• We collaborate with our partners to mitigate risk and leverage better safety, environmental and social outcomes.
• We deliver value for money commercial outcomes through competitive pricing and creating

market tension.

• We provide expert emergency management response and recovery capability to keep our roads open for the community.

We’re focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

About the Role

This is a Fixed Term Position until 31 December 2025.

In this role you will become an integral member of our line marking and bituminous spray sealing crews undertaking a variety of road maintenance activities using a range of specialised plant and equipment and processes under general supervision and perform manual labour-intensive tasks in accordance with established safety, environmental and quality procedures.

Overtime and working away from home when needed are critical requirements of this role to deliver contracted works. Reimbursement for living away and overtime are at or above award rates with SRS providing Bed and Breakfast (where available) in suitable accommodation when working more than 1 hour from the base depot.

Whilst this role is primarily based at Gillies Street Depot, Benalla you may occasionally be required to work from other locations across the state of Victoria based on the operational needs of the broader SRS business

The standard hours for this position are between 6.00am to 6.00pm, however you may be required to undertake out of standard hours work as required with prior notice.

To access the Position Description, please click here.

Position Outcomes / Accountabilities

As a key team member of the SRS Surfacing Delivery team, you will be responsible for contributing to the following outcomes:

• Promote a safety culture that encourages reporting.
• Promote and support safe, inclusive and flexible team operations.
• Contribute to the cost effective, timely and quality delivery of spray sealing and line marking services aligned with the requirements of contracts and performance-based agreements.
• Adherence to and role modelling of the VPS code of conduct and associated behaviours.
• Role modelling and fostering positive behaviours and encouraging others to do likewise.
• Be reasonably available to provide after-hours emergency response state-wide.
• Responsiveness to assist the broader SRS teams situated across Victoria.
• Strive for continuous improvement and support innovation

Key Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will effectively execute maintenance and inspection tasks in line with Traffic Management Plans and safety procedures, while maintaining accurate project records and using approved tools. They will apply foundational critical thinking to resolve problems using guidelines or by consulting supervisors, and contribute to continuous improvement through quality-focused work and innovative suggestions. Additionally, they will demonstrate a solid understanding of relevant policies and procedures, applying them to daily tasks and supporting business case development when needed.

Personal Attributes

On a personal level, the candidate will demonstrate flexibility and adaptability by responding well to changing priorities and collaborating effectively across teams. They will show self-awareness by understanding the impact of their emotional responses in the workplace and using feedback to assess and improve their performance. Additionally, they will work cooperatively with others to achieve team goals and consistently prioritise the safety of themselves and their colleagues.

Qualifications and Experience

Mandatory

• • Current Victorian Drivers Licence
  • Current Medium Rigid Truck Licence (Medium Rigid or higher)
  • Current Construction Induction White Card
  • Current Traffic Management Ticket
  • Current First Aid Certificate
  • Working knowledge of computer tablets / mobile devices.

Desirable

• • Certificate III in Civil Construction
  • Understanding of Asset Maintenance Management Systems
  • Chainsaw & Polesaw training
  • Skid Steer training.

What we offer

• Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
• A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
• Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
• We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture

Culture Value

We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.

How to Apply

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Applications close 11.59pm on Monday, 7th July 2025. 

Please include a resume and cover letter. All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We’re unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

For further information about the role please contact Michael Gambrell – Works Supervisor - Benalla via Michael.gambrell@roads.vic.gov.au.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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