Road Constructor

Overview of Occupation:

Road Constructors operate specialized plant and machinery to construct new roads and improve existing ones.

The work is outdoors and requires physical fitness. Night shifts may be required.

Range of tasks performed in the occupation:

Tasks may include:

• Working from drawings and specifications under the direction of supervisors
• Operating small plant and machinery
• Installing drainage systems
• Spreading and compacting materials
• Levelling
• Repairing potholes
• Carrying out concrete work
• Installing road barriers and signs
• Traffic control through the construction area
• Loading and unloading equipment
• Cleaning the worksite

Personal Requirements:

To be successful in this occupation you should:

• Enjoy practical and manual work
• Be physically fit
• Enjoy working outdoors
• Be able to work in a team environment
• Have good communication skills
• Be able to work in a team environment
• Be alert and observant

Education and Training:

One path to becoming a skilled Road Constructor is through on the job training.

You can also become a Road Constructor through a traineeship or apprenticeship (also known as Australian Apprenticeship).

Traineeships/apprenticeships involve a combination of on and off the job training. At this stage there is no educational prerequisite required to enter into a traineeship/apprenticeship, but usually you will have completed a minimum of Year 10.

The formal qualification on completion of a traineeship/apprenticeship is Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Construction). This is a nationally recognized qualification.

For more information on training and job pathways click here.

Employment Opportunities:

There are job opportunities for Road Constructors on projects of varying sizes around the country - in cities and rural areas. Major employers include civil contracting firms and local government authorities.

With more training and experience, you could be in line for promotion into a supervisory position such as leading hand or foreman.