Traffic Controller: Lead Safe, Efficient Roadway Flow

Carrington's Traffic Services; Jennacubbine; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington's Traffic Services is seeking a Traffic Controller based in Northam, WA. You will set up and monitor traffic control devices, signage and barriers to ensure the safe movement of road users and workers at worksites.

Day-to-day tasks follow approved Traffic Management Plans and Traffic Guidance Schemes, conduct site safety checks, report hazards, maintain equipment, and communicate with site supervisors and road users.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in traffic control and road traffic operations for safe live traffic management.
• Experience in traffic management, applying traffic management plans and traffic guidance schemes.
• Effective communication to coordinate with site teams, supervisors and road users.
• Understanding of operations management principles relevant to construction/roadworks.
• WA traffic management accreditation/certification and a current driver’s license.
• Commitment to safety, situational awareness and adherence to procedures.
• Ability to work on-site for extended periods, including early starts, evenings or weekends.
• Experience in civil construction or roadworks is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust traffic control devices, signage and barriers.
• Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic per TMPs and TGSs.
• Conduct site safety checks and report hazards or near misses.
• Maintain equipment and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with operations teams to support project delivery.

Skills

Traffic control

Traffic management

Communication

Operations management

Safety awareness

On-site work

Civil construction

Regulatory procedures

Job description

Carrington's Traffic Services is seeking a Traffic Controller based in Northam, WA. You will set up and monitor traffic control devices, signage and barriers to ensure the safe movement of road users and workers at worksites.

Day-to-day tasks follow approved Traffic Management Plans and Traffic Guidance Schemes, conduct site safety checks, report hazards, maintain equipment, and communicate with site supervisors and road users.