Traffic Controller | Major events, weekends and public holidays.

Workfast; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing work across major events

Category 2 traffic control work

Weekend and public holiday shifts

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Workfast is seeking experienced CATEGORY 2 Traffic Controllers to join our team in Melbourne, VIC. This CATEGORY 2 ONLY position requires TC2 and TMI2 qualifications and offers work across major events, construction sites, and traffic management projects.

We are looking for reliable, safety-focused individuals with flexibility to work day, afternoon and evening shifts, weekends and public holidays. Travel to multiple worksites and events is required, with ongoing opportunities and supportive

Qualifications

• Valid CATEGORY 2 Traffic Control (TC2) qualification - mandatory.
• Valid TMI2 / Category 2 Traffic Management qualification - mandatory.
• RIIWHS205E - Control traffic with stop/slow bat.
• RIIWHS302E - Implement traffic management plans.
• Demonstrated experience as a Category 2 Traffic Controller.
• Construction Industry Induction White Card.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Two-way radio.
• VicRoads-approved vest.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to stand and stay active for extended periods.
• Strong communication and verbal skills.
• Reliable, punctual and well-presented.
• Flexible availability for day, afternoon and evening shifts.
• Weekend and public holiday availability.
• Willingness to travel to different worksites.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of Category 2 traffic control and management.
• Use Stop/Slow Bat procedures to control traffic.
• Implement and monitor Traffic Management Plans.
• Set up, maintain and remove traffic control signage and equipment.
• Load/unload signage and equipment; complete vehicle pre-start checks.
• Travel to different worksites and event locations.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized site.
• Use two-way radios to communicate with supervisors and other controllers.
• Complete required site paperwork and documentation.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and near misses.
• Follow directions from team leaders and inspectors.
• Maintain safety, compliance and traffic management standards at all times.

Skills

TC2 qualification

TMI2 qualification

Stop/Slow Bat

Traffic Management Plans

Two-way radio

VicRoads vest

Driver's license

Teamwork

Punctual & reliable

Education

White Card

Job description

Traffic Controller | Major events, weekends and public holidays.

Traffic Controllers - CATEGORY 2 (TC2 / TMI2)

Workfast is seeking experienced CATEGORY 2 Traffic Controllers to join our team in Melbourne, VIC.

This is a CATEGORY 2 ONLY position. Candidates must hold the required TC2 and TMI2 qualifications.

Qualifications below Category 2 will not be considered for this role.

We have ongoing opportunities across major events, construction sites and traffic management projects. We are looking for reliable, safety-focused Traffic Controllers who are flexible and available to work a variety of shifts, including days, afternoons, evenings, weekends and public holidays, and major events.

Why Join?

• $35.00 per hour + overtime/public holiday loading + superannuation
• Ongoing work for the right candidates
• Category 2 Traffic Control work
• Day, afternoon and evening shifts available
• Weekend and public holiday work available
• Opportunities to work on major events and high-profile projects
• Variety of worksites and locations across Melbourne
• Opportunities to build your experience on major traffic management projects
• Supportive team environment

Traffic Controllers - CATEGORY 2 (TC2 / TMI2)

Workfast is seeking experienced CATEGORY 2 Traffic Controllers to join our team in Melbourne, VIC.

This is a CATEGORY 2 ONLY position. Candidates must hold the required TC2 and TMI2 qualifications.

Qualifications below Category 2 will not be considered for this role.

We have ongoing opportunities across major events, construction sites and traffic management projects. We are looking for reliable, safety-focused Traffic Controllers who are flexible and available to work a variety of shifts, including days, afternoons, evenings, weekends and public holidays, and major events.

Why Join?

• $35.00 per hour + overtime/public holiday loading + superannuation
• Ongoing work for the right candidates
• Category 2 Traffic Control work
• Day, afternoon and evening shifts available
• Weekend and public holiday work available
• Opportunities to work on major events and high-profile projects
• Variety of worksites and locations across Melbourne
• Opportunities to build your experience on major traffic management projects
• Supportive team environment

What You Need

To be considered for this CATEGORY 2 position, you must have:

• Valid CATEGORY 2 Traffic Control (TC2) qualification - mandatory
• Valid TMI2 / Category 2 Traffic Management qualification - mandatory
• RIIWHS205E - Control traffic with stop/slow bat
• RIIWHS302E - Implement traffic management plans
• Demonstrated experience working as a Category 2 Traffic Controller
• Construction Industry Induction White Card
• Current driver's licence
• Your own two-way radio
• Your own compliant Traffic Control PPE, including VicRoads-approved vest
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods
• Strong communication and verbal skills
• Reliable, punctual and well-presented
• Flexible availability to work day, afternoon and evening shifts
• Availability to work weekends and public holidays
• Willingness to travel to different worksites and event locations
• Ability and willingness to provide copies of all required tickets, qualifications, licences, identification and other relevant documentation whenever requested by Workfast
• All qualifications, tickets and identification must be current, valid and verifiable

IMPORTANT: This position is strictly for CATEGORY 2 Traffic Controllers. Candidates holding qualifications below Category 2 will not be considered.

What You'll Be Doing

• Performing all duties associated with Category 2 traffic control and traffic management
• Using Stop/Slow Bat procedures to safely control traffic
• Implementing and monitoring operational Traffic Management Plans
• Setting up, maintaining and removing traffic control signage and equipment
• Loading and unloading vehicles with signage and traffic management equipmentCompleting vehicle pre-start checks
• Travelling to different worksites and event locations
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised worksite
• Using two-way radios to communicate clearly with supervisors and other traffic controllers
• Completing required site documentation and paperwork
• Identifying and reporting hazards, incidents and near misses
• Following directions from team leaders, foremen, inspectors and auditors
• Maintaining a strong focus on safety, compliance and traffic management requirements at all times

About Workfast

Workfast is an Australian labour-hire company working with some of Australia's largest and leading building and construction companies.

We operate across Australia, providing workers with opportunities across a wide range of industries. When you join Workfast, we are committed to making sure you are looked after, paid correctly and employed in accordance with Australian workplace laws and Fair Work requirements.

Workfast embraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disability. If you have any support or access requirements, please let us know at any stage of the application process.

All personal information will be kept confidential in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988.

Is this the job for you?

Are you an experienced CATEGORY 2 Traffic Controller with valid TC2 and TMI2 qualifications?

Are you flexible and available to work days, afternoons, evenings, weekends and public holidays?

If you can provide copies of your tickets, qualifications and identification when requested and are looking for reliable ongoing work, we want to hear from you.

CATEGORY 2 ONLY - qualifications below Category 2 will not be considered.

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