Road Construction Worker Courses
A Road Construction Worker builds and repairs roads by operating machinery, transporting materials, and performing earthworks, often in tough outdoor conditions.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Road Construction Worker
Get qualified to work as a Road Construction Worker with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
RII30820
Duration
3 months - 3 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
Get started in civil construction with the RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations. This nationally recognised training course accompanies an apprenticeship and teaches you how to work safely on a civil construction site. The course covers levelling, trenches, concreting, earthworks — and you’ll also have the opportunity to learn how to operate a range of heavy vehicles (depending on your chosen electives) including backhoes, graders, dozers, and excavators. Enquire now for more in...
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Duration
3 months - 3 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
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RII30920
Duration
6 months - 3 years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
Join a road construction crew with the RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Construction and Maintenance). This nationally recognised qualification begins with the environmental and safety protocols for civil construction workers, then delivers job-specific technical skills. Competencies include: digging, levelling, spreading and compacting materials, repairing potholes, traffic control, draining and dewatering the worksite, safely disposing non-toxic materials, locating and protecting und...
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Duration
6 months - 3 years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
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RIISS00054
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus
Become a licensed traffic controller with the RIISS00054 Traffic Controller Skill Set. This nationally recognised course is part of the traffic controller accreditation scheme in most Australian states and territories. The course covers: worksite safety and communication, positioning traffic signs and barriers, correctly directing traffic, using hand held stop-slow bats, using correct hand signals, reporting traffic offenders, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of traffic controller competencie...
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Blended, Distance, On Campus
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RIIWHS302E
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
Get your Traffic Control Licence with the nationally recognised short course RIIWHS205E - Control Traffic with Stop-Slow Bat. This training is an approved traffic controller training course in some Australian states and will teach you how to control vehicle and pedestrian traffic using stop-slow bats, hand signals, and approved communication devices. Competencies include: wearing correct PPE and high-vis clothing, following work instructions and site procedures, using communication devices and electronic ...
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Blended, On Campus
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How much does a Road Construction Worker earn?
In Australia, a full time Road Construction Worker generally earns $1,380 per week ($71,760 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Road Construction Worker?
The number of people working as a Road Construction Worker has increased in recent years and there are now 10,300 people in this role in Australia (this has increased from 8,000 five years ago). Road Construction Workers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Road Construction Worker?
To become a Road Construction Worker, consider the Certificate III in Civil Construction Road Construction and Maintenance. This course covers topics including repairing potholes, handling bituminous materials, spreading asphalt, concreting, digging, levelling and directing traffic.
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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.
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