Traffic Control

Talent Acquisition Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Ongoing work opportunities

8-hour shifts

AM shifts 5:00am start

PM shifts 1:00pm start

Job summary

Talent Acquisition Group is seeking reliable Traffic Controllers for a busy airfreight operation at Sydney Airport. You will direct heavy vehicle movements, manage truck flow and ensure compliance with site procedures to maintain safe loading and unloading activities.

Available shifts include AM and PM with 8-hour durations. Immediate start and ongoing work opportunities are on offer in a dynamic airport environment.

Qualifications

• Current Traffic Control Ticket (Mandatory)
• Experience in traffic control, transport, logistics, warehousing or customer-facing roles preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to confidently direct drivers and enforce site procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong awareness of workplace safety
• Reliable transport and punctual attendance
• Availability to work on a rotating roster across Monday to Sunday

Responsibilities

• Direct incoming trucks to the correct import or export loading areas
• Monitor truck movements throughout the freight precinct
• Ensure drivers comply with designated stopping and parking zones
• Prevent congestion by coordinating vehicle flow with airport security teams
• Communicate with fellow Traffic Controllers via two-way radio
• Verify that drivers have completed required entry documentation before stopping in designated areas
• Direct vehicles to move on when areas become congested or unsafe
• Work closely with operational staff to maintain safe loading and unloading activities
• Enforce site traffic management procedures and operational requirements
• Escalate any driver disputes or non-compliance issues to the Security Team for further action

Skills

Traffic control ticket

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Punctuality

Independence

Job description

Traffic Controllers – Sydney Airport

$33.00 per hour | Immediate Start Available

We are currently seeking reliable and professional Traffic Controllers to join a busy airfreight operation based at Sydney Airport. This is a hands-on role responsible for directing heavy vehicle movements and maintaining the safe and efficient flow of trucks throughout the airport freight precinct.

If you enjoy working outdoors, communicating with drivers, and being part of a fast-paced logistics environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What's on Offer

• $33.00 per hour
• Immediate start available
• Ongoing work opportunities
• Monday to Sunday operation
• 8-hour shifts
• AM shifts commencing from 5:00am
• PM shifts commencing from 1:00pm
• Dynamic airport and logistics environment

Key Responsibilities

• Direct incoming trucks to the correct import or export loading areas
• Monitor truck movements throughout the freight precinct
• Ensure drivers comply with designated stopping and parking zones
• Prevent congestion by coordinating vehicle flow with airport security teams
• Communicate with fellow Traffic Controllers via two-way radio
• Verify that drivers have completed required entry documentation before stopping in designated areas
• Direct vehicles to move on when areas become congested or unsafe
• Work closely with operational staff to maintain safe loading and unloading activities
• Enforce site traffic management procedures and operational requirements
• Escalate any driver disputes or non-compliance issues to the Security Team for further action

AM Shift Duties

Traffic Controllers will be positioned across key operational areas, including:

• Northern end of the Import Dock
• Nobby Area
• Security Hut area

The focus of the role is managing truck flow, reducing congestion, and ensuring compliance with site traffic requirements.

PM Shift Duties

Traffic Controllers will be positioned across:

• Jets Loading Area (working closely with operational staff during loading and unloading activities)
• Nobby Area

The focus remains on maintaining safe vehicle movements and ensuring smooth freight operations.

Essential Requirements

• Current Traffic Control Ticket (Mandatory)
• Previous traffic control, transport, logistics, warehousing or customer-facing experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to confidently direct drivers and enforce site procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong awareness of workplace safety
• Reliable transport and punctual attendance

Availability to work on a rotating roster across Monday to Sunday

If you're looking to join a fast-paced airport operation and can start immediately, apply today.