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Department of Transport & Planning Victoria Greater Bendigo VIC Position Accountabilities As a Road Worker - Maintenance at Bendigo Depot, you will undertake a variety of road maintenance and civil construction activities including network inspections and hazard and defect rectification works and perform manual labour-intensive tasks in accordance with established safety, environmental and quality procedures. After hours Emergency response capabilities and overtime are requirements of this role, and opportunities may be available to travel within the state to assist with broader Emergency responses. Whilst this role is primarily based in the Loddon Malee Region at Bendigo Depot, you may be occasionally required to work from other locations across the state of Victoria based on the operational needs of the broader SRS business. Key Selection Criteria Success in this role requires practical experience delivering routine road, roadside and structure maintenance activities in line with traffic management plans, safety requirements, and established policies, with the ability to prioritise tasks where direction is limited. The ideal candidate applies sound judgement and problem-solving skills, seeks guidance appropriately, and maintains accurate records while working efficiently under time pressure. They contribute to continuous improvement, share knowledge within the team, and actively develop their own capability while upholding quality, safety and operational standards. Qualifications and Experience Current Victorian Drivers Licence Current Medium Rigid Truck Licence (Medium Rigid or higher) Current Construction Induction White Card Current Traffic Management Ticket Current First Aid Certificate Working knowledge of computer tablets / mobile devices Certificate III in Civil Construction Understanding of Asset Maintenance Management Systems Chainsaw & Polesaw training Skid Steer training Other Information Reimbursement for living away and overtime are at or above award rates with SRS providing Bed and Breakfast (where available) in suitable accommodation when working more than 1 hour from the base depot. Whilst this role is primarily based at Bendigo Depot, you may be occasionally required to work from other locations across the state of Victoria based on the operational needs. Culture Value We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department''s goals. What we offer Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians. Pre-employment checks and employment conditions All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position. Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply. Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months. How to apply Click the ''Apply'' button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. If you encounter any issues, refer to our Quick Reference Guide for step-by-step instructions. Applications close at pm on Sunday 11th January, Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal; we''re unable to accept email or manual submissions. For further information about the role, please contact -Heath Stringer- Works Supervisor - via (mob) or #J-18808-Ljbffr