Road Construction Worker

A Road Construction Worker is part of a construction team that builds and repairs roads. You might operate machinery, transport materials or direct traffic. Road Construction Workers perform earthworks to prepare a site for construction, lay asphalt, bitumen or other materials to create a road surface and seal and finish new work. You may specialise in one of these roles or perform various tasks as required on site.

Road Construction Workers have a physically demanding role and work in difficult conditions. You’ll be outdoors in all sorts of weather and you’ll perform your job in a dusty and noisy environment. You’ll need to be able to follow directions and work as part of a team.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $71,760
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a road construction worker?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Construction and Maintenance)

Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 36 months
$0 - $14,540
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Road Construction Worker
RII30820

Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

On Campus
7 - 12 months
$0 - $9,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction

Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
4 - 36 months
$0 - $17,030
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction (Bituminous Surfacing)

On Campus, Traineeship
18 - 36 months
$0 - $10,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Road Construction Worker
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