Roads ACT is responsible for the management of the territorial and municipal roads, national highways, community paths, stormwater network, bridges, carpark facilities, traffic signals, streetlights and associated infrastructure. Roads ACT manage these assets on behalf of the ACT Government for the enjoyment of the Canberra community. The position will work in the concrete team in the Works business unit within Roads ACT. Roads ACT is looking for candidates who have experience on construction sites on a road environment, preferably with concrete operations. The role will be primarily responsible for: The removal, demolition and disposal of existing concrete structures. Formwork, pouring, screeding and finishing of concrete works to relevant standards. Traffic control. Operation of path maintenance plant and equipment. Trip hazard removal on concrete path assets. What we can offer you: You will play a part in making Canberra a better place. Allowances of up to $7,000 annually. Training and career growth opportunities. Work life balance with the opportunity to work a 9-day fortnight and access generous leave entitlements. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/Other Requirements: Visa holders are eligible to apply for both permanent and temporary roles. Those with eligible visas maybe considered for permanent employment, while individuals with temporary residency or limited-duration visas may be offered permanent employment for the duration of their visas. Traffic controller (TCR) – essential or ability to obtain within 3 months of appointment Implement traffic control plans (IMP) - essential or ability to obtain within 3 months of appointment CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry- essential. 11084NAT - Course in Asbestos Awareness - essential. 10830NAT - Course in Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention – essential HLTAIDO11 - Provide First Aid - highly desirable Current driver's licence class C is essential, class MR (medium rigid) essential Competent in mobile software applications and the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Nationally Recognised Training Certificate Ill in Civil Construction (desirable) This position does require a pre-employment medical. This position does not require a Working with Vulnerable People Check. Applicants are made aware that the essential requirements to be obtained within the period prescribed above are a mandatory requirement to successfully complete the probation and to be appointed permanently to this position. Notes: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. How to Apply: Complete the application form ‘Tell us about yourself’ including a supporting statement of no more than two pages outlining experience and/or ability and clearly addressing each of the requirements listed in Selection Criteria' section in the attached Position Description. A current curriculum vitae. Contact details of at least two referees. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. City and Environment City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate. LI-DNI
