The good thingsWorking as a labourer filling potholes and resealing roads, doing traffic guidance (stop/slow), it is definitely not rocket science, so essentially no responsibility or stress. The main part of the d...

The challengesEffectively no real career progression, but then most people considering this role aren't interested in that. Maybe be a ganger or truck driver with a bit extra. The outside work can be challenging i...

Feb 2025

Hard work and a good attitude can take you far

Reviewer's QualificationCertificate III in Civil Construction

Experience1 – 4 years

Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)

SpecialisationConstruction

The good thingsWorking in a physical role then hopping in a machine is the best part. If you get the right company then you can progress up the ladder and really make a career for yourself.

The challengesAll weather job so one day it can be blisteringly hot and the next it’s raining. If you have a young family it can be very long hours.

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