Classification: General Service Officer Level 5/6
Salary: $77,358 - $85,255 plus superannuation
Position No: 26323
Directorate: City and Environment
Advertised (Gazettal date): 23 June 2026
Contact Officer: Shane Cox on [email protected] or 0482131401
Details: Join Roads ACT as an Asphalt team member and help maintain Canberra’s vital road network.
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 Works business unit undertakes predominantly in-housework, providing a 24/7 incident response service, street sweeping services, road lines and signs maintenance, roadside furniture maintenance, road grading and small to medium sized road maintenance services including asphalt works.
We’re seeking a reliable, safety focused and motivated individuals to fill positions for Road worker- Asphalt crew who undertakes overtime and night shifts when required within the Works team. This is a great opportunity to be part of a team that maintains and improves the ACT’s Road network through vital infrastructure and asphalt works. In this hands-on the role, you’ll contribute directly to the maintenance and repair of Canberra’s Road network, ensuring our roads remain safe, functional, and of high quality for the community.
As a member of the Roads ACT, this position will participate in daily road and path maintenance activities. The position may rotate across all road maintenance crews and carry out other related duties in the team, depending on operational requirements where your will learn new skills within the team to ensure competency.
Key responsibilities include:
Carry out general road maintenance activities which may include, but are not limited to:
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Operation of a range of road and path maintenance plant and equipment, generally including skid steer, paver, and compaction machinery.
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Road and path repair including potholes, paving and profiling works and emulsion spraying or minor maintenance of driveways and footpaths. Assisting on temporary traffic control / management.
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Shovelling and raking and cleaning up of oil spills, broken glass debris, fallen vegetation etc.
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Line and sign marking duties and reactive response or incident response (as directed)
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Trip hazard removal on road and path assets i.e. cold mix repairs, grinding etc.
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Planning and estimating of road maintenance or minor related works including site measurements. Uphold strong safety, environmental and operational standards.
What we can offer you:
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You will play a part in making Canberra a better place.
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Allowances exceeding $7,000 annually.
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Training and career growth opportunities.
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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 disabilities, 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 may be considered for permanent employment, while individuals with temporary residency or limited-duration visas may be offered permanent employment for the duration of their visas.
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Traffic controller (TCR) – essential or ability to obtain within six months of appointment.
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Implement traffic control plans (IMP) – essential or ability to obtain within six months of appointment.
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CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry – essential.
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11084NAT - Course in Asbestos Awareness - essential.
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10830NAT - Course in Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention – essential.
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HLTAIDO11 – Provide First Aid – essential or ability to obtain within six months of appointment.
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Current driver’s licence class C is essential, class MR (medium rigid) essential or ability to obtain within six months of appointment.
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Ability to work overtime and nightshifts as and when required.
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Competent in mobile software applications on tablets and smartphones.
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This position does require a pre-employment medical.
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This position does not require a Working with Vulnerable People Check.
Applicants are made aware that the essential requirements to be obtained within the six-month period are a mandatory requirement to successfully complete the probation and to be appointed permanently to this position.
Roads ACT will support the successful applicant through the training requirements by organising up to two sessions at the cost to Roads ACT. Should additional attempts be required to obtain the applicable license/certificate in the six-month period, the costs to acquire these will be borne by the successful applicant.
To be eligible to progress beyond GSO5 pay increment 5.3 requires:
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Attainment of a Certificate II in Civil Construction (Road Construction and Maintenance) or other equivalent relevant certification as approved by the Senior Manager, Roads ACT.
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In the absence of Certificate II training providers, Roads ACT supports the attainment of Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Construction and Maintenance) or other equivalent relevant certification as approved by the Senior Director, Works, Roads ACT. After successful completion of the minimum certificate III requirements, the pay increment can be increased beyond the GSO5.3 through an accelerated incremental advancement.
Note: Applicants are required to complete the attached Application Form for Asphalt Crew as a response.
A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process to fill the full-time vacancies over the next 12 months.
Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
How to Apply: Please submit
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Application Form for Road Worker - Asphalt Crew ‘Tell us about yourself’
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A current curriculum vitae including contact information of two referees
Applications should be submitted .
Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.
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