The Roads and Traffic Authority NSW (RTA) is a progressive and innovative government organisation responsible for:
Providing road planning, construction and maintenance solutions for the NSW community, environmental, regulatory and economic needs
Improving road safety, through better road user behaviour, vehicles and roads, to save lives and reduce injuries
Managing the use of the road network to achieve consistent travel times, particularly during peak periods, by reducing congestion and delays and helping the community use the road system more effectively
Testing and licencing drivers, and registering vehicles
Our culture & values
We know that we can only be as good as our people, who are our greatest asset and we are therefore dedicated to helping staff unlock their career aspirations and reach their full potential. Employing around 6,900 equivalent full-time staff in over 200 work locations across NSW, the opportunities to grow and progress your career in the RTA are limitless.
We are open, honest and fair in all our dealings. The RTA is committed to creating healthy and safe working environments, and prides itself in the quality of work and the benefits it brings to the community. We understand and value our customers, staff and the people we work with. Our achievements result from staff working together and striving for improvements.
What we offer graduates
The Graduate Recruitment and Development (GRAD) Program is a comprehensive three-year program that will provide you with unbeatable on-the-job learning, broad experience in the RTA’s various activities and invaluable training and development in your chosen discipline.
You will experience the many facets of the RTA by undertaking at least five placements during the three-year GRAD Program. Each placement lasts six months and all but one is in an area related to your discipline. At least one of your placements will be in regional NSW. During each placement, graduates work with highly experienced professionals in different environments, developing their skills while gaining a greater insight into the diversity of the RTA’s work. Graduates are supported with a mentor, and ongoing training.
The RTA can offer you a unique, challenging and rewarding career.