Finishing Grader Operator

You're looking to embed yourself in projects of different sizes and become part of a team that's shaping the landscape across NSW

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:

• Bring extensive experience in road construction and maintenance, particularly levelling and trimming processes.
• Utilise your demonstrated ability to trim and finish road pavements to tight tolerances.
• Operate plant machinery to achieve predetermined tolerances, achieving high quality and smooth road output.
• Lead, monitor and control the operation of all other plant and staff in road operations being undertaken, particularly levelling and trimming processes.
• Undertake projects outside of Hay that will require working away from home. You will be paid a living away from home allowance, paid accommodation and paid travel time to and from work sites.
• Perform the duties of a Road Worker Grade 3 when not operating the Grader

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About you:

We’re seeking a team-oriented worker who has an eye for detail and is used to working in similar environments.

You are a well-seasoned Finishing Grader Operator with experience using Topcon GPS to assist with levels and alignment.

 You will also hold the following:

• White Card.
• Current unrestricted NSW Driver’s license
• Experience operating plant machinery.
• Labouring experience in a construction or civil environment.

A Medium Rigid and above truck licence, while not essential, would be advantageous.

Experience using Caterpillar 140 M Graders is preferred but not essential.

We take the WH&S and fatigue management of our employees seriously therefore the successful candidate will be required to reside within 100 km to the Hay Works Centre or will to relocate.

Who we are:

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

Join us:

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

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options. 

This is an in-person, on-site role.

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us.  Apply now!

Applications close: 11:59 pm, Sunday the 9th of March 2025

For role related enquiries please contact Brett.ireland@transport.nsw.gov.au    

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