About this role
You crave a career that pushes you, where you'll meet challenges head on and you're guaranteed to grow.
Your expertise in communication, problem-solving, empathy and conflict resolution are highly transferable and in-demand. Help us foster satisfaction and service experiences that transform lives of our community.
In this role, you'll:
- Be responsible for patrolling major road routes and responding to unplanned incidents with the focus of returning our roads to normal operating conditions with urgency and care.
- Be responsible for assessing and controlling risk, providing initial traffic control, reporting incidents, assisting motorists, and keeping the roadway clear of minor obstructions to help return the road to normal operating conditions.
- Performing routine and complex labouring/manual tasks, including the use of a range of automatic battery operated or other hand tools, under limited supervision. Work may be done in a team environment or independently.
These positions will require you to be available to work a 24/7 rotational roster.
A Talent Pool may be created for current and future permanent, full-time positions based across Luddenham, Granville, Rockdale, Mooney Mooney Depots. If you are deemed suitable at interview and a vacancy arises, you may be contacted and asked to complete pre-employment checks.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
About you
You are a self-driven, safety conscious individual, that can work autonomously with initiative, have a strong work ethic and are driven to provide exceptional customer service.
You enjoy working in a rostered shift environment and want to be part of an organisation focused on making positive changes in the community and the everyday lives of our customers. You currently possess a current unrestricted NSW motor vehicle driver’s licence and ideally hold Traffic Controller Cards for ‘Implement Traffic Control Plan’ and ‘Prepare Work Zone’ and/or be willing to undertake any legislated or internal licensing, training or ticketing requirements as directed.
You must be available and willing to work rotating shifts including shift work, late nights, early mornings, weekends and public holidays. Extended hours may also be necessary at short notice.
Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.
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.
This is an in-person, on-site role.
Apply today
Applications close 11:59 PM Sunday 15 February 2026.
For more information about this role, please contact [email protected].
Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information, or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW
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Other facts
About Transport for NSW
We’re an innovative NSW government organisation comprised of a network of agencies and divisions that keep the state moving. Our focus is on delivering safe, reliable and integrated transport networks for everyone.
With over 28,000 team members, we’re committed to inclusion, diversity, and opportunities across metro and regional areas. Join us in shaping a transport network that meets the needs of customers now and into the future.
Right now, we’re focused on making transport fairer and safer for everyone and delivering a more resilient and reliable network. It is all with the view of continually creating better passenger journeys and safer travel for the people using our networks. This also means meaningful employment opportunities across metropolitan and regional areas, with careers in engineering, technology, safety, design, planning, maintenance and frontline jobs delivering services to our passengers.
We’re not just about what we do, but how we do it. Our culture embraces innovation, diversity, and collaboration, ensuring our people thrive while making a lasting impact.
The road ahead is full of opportunity - join us in building the future of transport in NSW.
What you'll do
- The Traffic Emergency Patroller is responsible for patrolling major road routes, responding to unplanned incidents, and ensuring roads return to normal operating conditions. This includes assessing risks, providing traffic control, assisting motorists, and clearing minor obstructions.
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