Bridge Construction and Maintenance Apprenticeship

Bridge Construction and Maintenance Apprenticeship opportunities across Regional NSW – Join Transport for NSW in 2023!

Opportunities in: Ballina, Bega, Beresfield, Dubbo, Fernbank Port, Goulburn, Hay, and South Grafton 

Transport for NSW keeps our State moving by providing safe, integrated and efficient transport systems. We put our customers at the centre of everything we do – and we do a lot. We connect people, communities and industry and manage how they use our road, rail and maritime networks and services, and even active modes like walking and cycling. The work we do connects the journeys you take every day.

We are a state government organisation made up of more than 28,000 people and we’re in the middle of delivering the largest transport infrastructure program in Australia’s history. We work across planning, policy and procurement, harnessing data and technology to develop smarter and more adaptive transport solutions.

About the team 

Our Regional and Outer Metropolitan division is focused on understanding the particular needs of regional communities across NSW and delivering customer-centred integrated transport services and infrastructure.

What’s on offer? 

Make a real difference to your community through once-in-a-generation experience across various projects across Regional NSW:

• 3 year fixed term full-time Bridge Construction and Maintenance Apprenticeship
• Obtain a Certificate 3 in Civil Construction (Bridge Construction and Maintenance) through TAFE
• Complete a structured block-release training program
• Experience working on bridge construction and maintenance projects

About you

You’re a team player, with a great attitude and hold yourself accountable for doing your best in school, work and play. You enthusiastically seek out new opportunities to learn and have a good grip on your time management and prioritisation skills. You also have:

• No hesitations working at heights, in confined spaces or within live traffic as required in the role
• Completed Year 10 OR hold a Record of School Achievement (RoSA) OR equivalent
• Proven basic computer literacy
• Possess OR are in the process of obtaining C class drivers licence
• You are an Australian/NZ citizen OR an Australian Permanent Resident
• You are able to commence full time employment in January 2023
• Understand the role will require you to organise your own transport to the depot, so reliable transport is a must

Make sure you take a chance to review the Bridge Carpentry role description, and information pack before applying.

How much you will earn 

You will be paid based on your age (under 21 vs 21 and over) as per the RMS Wages Award. Please see details below of the wage guide:

Bridge Construction & Maintenance Apprentice: 

Apprentice 1st Year: $627.90/week ($16.52/hour)

Adult Apprentice: $1126.70/week ($29.65/hour)

What are you waiting for? 

Joining Transport for NSW, you’ll have access to a range of unique government benefits in a flexible work environment like no other. If you’re ready to step into this meaningful and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

How to apply 

If you are 16 years of age or over, you can apply today!

Whether you’re a school-leaver, re-entering the workforce or an adult simply wishing to change careers this is the perfect opportunity, so don’t miss out.

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process. You will be able to select your preferred location within the application process.

Applications close: 11.59pm Sunday 7 August 2022 

We take the WH&S and the management of fatigue of our employees seriously. Therefore, to be successful in this role it is a requirement that you must reside within a reasonable distance from your identified Headquarters/depot.

Please note: The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks including a National Police Check.

We are the community we serve 

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.

We enable our people to work in ways that work for them and their teams. Working virtually and from different locations including regional locations, staggering work hours and job sharing are just some of the ways our people can work flexibly.

Please contact us below if you require any adjustments to be made to how you interact with us throughout the recruitment process or would like to discuss flexible work options.

If you have any questions that have not been covered by the information pack, or role description, please contact apprenticeandtrainee@transport.nsw.gov.au for assistance.

Find out more (or refer a friend!) to some of our other available Apprentice and Traineeships at Transport for NSW.

We are the community we serve 

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.

We enable our people to work in ways that work for them. Working virtually and from different locations including regional locations, staggering work hours and job sharing are just some of the ways our people can work flexibly.

Please contact the Talent Specialist below if you require any adjustments to be made to how you interact with us throughout the recruitment process or would like to discuss flexible work options. ​

For any enquiries, please email Karen Rayner at KAREN.RAYNER@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

We’re certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace 

Our flexible work practices and policies for parental leave, employee and family wellbeing and family care enable us to provide genuine support for our people to thrive at work and at home.

Working with Transport gives you access to a range of benefits that help you balance work with the things that matter to you.

Apply today to register your interest! 

Find out more about Transport for NSW at https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/about-us.

Take a look at our application tips video series for plenty of great information on navigating and acing the application and recruitment process here at Transport.

Our COVIDSafe Measures Policy 

All Transport for NSW workers are required to have:

• appropriate evidence of being fully vaccinated with a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine; or
• an approved medical contraindication.

You will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status or apply for a medical exemption prior to securing this role.