Carpenter - Wagga Wagga

Description:

Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW
Job category: Trades & Services
Job location:
Wagga Wagga, NSW, AU, 2650
Job reference number: 98641
Employment type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary range: $1458.9-$1568.4
You’re looking to get hands on experience and hone your trade skills.
You've been developing your skills and looking 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:
Be working as part of a diverse and inclusive Southwestern Bridges team delivering key projects including Bridge construction and maintenance across Southwest NSW.Safely carry out the trade activities and other duties relevant to maintaining bridges and drain structures that will require experience with steel, concreting and Timber.Undertake the duties of a Bridge worker Grade 4 when required.Be required to be away from home for 90% of the time, however, you will be paid a living away from home allowance that is tax free.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of Transport for NSW that continue to maintain and upgrade Bridges that benefit the community of regional NSW.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description.
About you:
We’re seeking a Trade qualified Carpenter with excellent communication skills that enjoys working towards delivering results in a team environment.You hold a Carpentry Licence/Trade Certificate - Certificate III in Carpentry or equivalent.You can identify and report safety and environmental hazards in the workplace and rectify those without direction and report accordingly.You will also have the capability to achieve quality standards and follow established quality procedures within the scope of training provided in the role.
Finally, you hold a current Construction Industry White Card, a current driver’s licence, and can work outside normal working hours, attend callouts, travel across the region, and stay away from home when needed.
Whilst not essential, working at Heights and Confined Space certification will be desirable.
We take the WH&S of our employees seriously therefore to be successful in this role the successful applicant will be required to live within a 100 km radius or willing to relocate to the Wagga Wagga Works Depot.
Who we are:
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system and services. We connect people, communities, and industry.
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.
What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now!
Applications close: 11:59 pm, Monday 31st March 2025
For more information about this role, please contact brett.ireland@transport.nsw.gov.au
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