Traffic Works Tradesperson

Inspired by lifestyle. Driven by opportunity.

About the team

The Transport Maintenance Services section plays a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the city's infrastructure, ensuring safe, functional, and sustainable public assets. Our team provides comprehensive maintenance services for meter maintenance, roads, traffic lines and signs, stormwater drainage systems, bridges, beaches, footpaths and waterways.

About your new role

The Traffic Works Tradesperson is responsible for the installation of our City's road and pavement line markings, road signage and traffic devices, as well as auditing signage and line marking as part of the whole of the City Maintenance Program.

• Installation of signage in compliance with the Austroads Standards
• Installation of road and pavement line marking
• Set-up of worksite to comply with Austroads Standards
• Delegation of daily work tasks
• Effective daily workflow management

We're looking for people who have:

• Certificate III in Civil Construction or equivalent knowledge and experience
• MR Class Drivers Licence (Mandatory)
• General Construction Induction White Card (Mandatory)
• Statement of Attainment in Traffic Management Implementation or equivalent knowledge
• Experience in the installation of road and pavement markings, road signage and traffic devices
• A self-starter who manages a day-to-day workload
• A team player who positively contributes to the improvement of work processes and embraces change

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• 9-day fortnight - enjoy a long weekend every fortnight
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
• A stable working environment with job security
• A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment
• Uniform, tools and PPE provided
• A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
• Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay
• Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

How to apply

For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.

Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.

Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

Contact Person Alexandra McNulty

Contact

Closing Date Sunday, 05 October 2025

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.

The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.