Traffic Coordinator (Manufacturing Site)

Gilbert Labour Solutions; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

PPE provided

Training provided

Job summary

Gilbert Labour Solutions is recruiting a Traffic Control Coordinator for a large paper manufacturing and recycling facility at Smithfield, NSW. The role oversees traffic movement in the Wasteyard, coordinating loaders, forklifts and drivers to maintain safe flow on a 24/7 site.

Ventures include flexible shifts across day, afternoon, night and weekends, with uniform, PPE and training provided. Join a stable team delivering reliable labour on a long‑term contract in a busy mill environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold IMP & TCR traffic control licences.
• Experience in a manufacturing or recycling environment is preferred.
• Flexible across day/evening/night/weekend shifts.
• Safety‑first mindset and reliable, punctual.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate traffic entering and exiting the Wasteyard.
• Communicate with loaders, forklifts, skid steers and truck drivers.
• Operate a remote-control gate system for access management.
• Record truck arrivals and departures.
• Monitor safety and report hazards.
• Support smooth operations across the site.

Skills

Traffic control licences

Two-way radio communication

Safety awareness

Independence

Punctuality

Tools

Two-way radio

Remote gate system

Job description

Traffic Coordinator (Manufacturing Site)

Traffic Control Coordinator – Manufacturing Site

Smithfield, NSW
Shifts 6am-2pm, 2pm–10pm, 10pm-6am | Ongoing Work | Major Recycling Facility

We're seeking a reliable and safety‑focused Traffic Control Coordinator to manage vehicle movements within the Wasteyard area of a large paper manufacturing and recycling facility.

This site operates 24/7, so we are unable to guarantee fixed shifts at the advertising stage. We will work with successful candidates to identify suitable shifts based on their availability and operational requirements, with opportunities available across day, afternoon, night and weekend shifts.

Uniform, PPE, training and onboarding costs, will be provided for this role.

About us

Gilbert Labour Solutions is a contracting company that supplies teams of skilled labourers. GLS currently have a long‑term contract supporting a major paper manufacturing and recycling facility. We have a strong, ongoing presence on site 7 days a week, supplying reliable workers across multiple areas of the mill. Our team performs a wide range of roles including traffic control, forklift operation, skid steer work, production support, industrial cleaning, machine operating and general labour support.

We focus on providing consistent, long‑term opportunities for our workers, with clear communication, safe working environments and ongoing support from our on‑site leadership and team. When you join GLS, you’re joining a company that is established, respected and actively involved in daily mill operations.

About the Role

You will coordinate all traffic entering and exiting the Wasteyard area. This includes communicating with loader, forklift, skid steer operators and truck drivers to ensure safe, controlled vehicle flow.

Your responsibilities include:

• Coordinating traffic movements in and out of the Wasteyard

• Using two‑way radio to communicate with loaders, forklifts, skid steers and truck drivers

• Operating a remote‑control gate system for access management

• Recording truck arrivals and departures

• Monitoring safety and reporting hazards

• Supporting smooth operations across the site

What We're Looking For

• Current Traffic Control licences: IMP & TCR (mandatory)

• Flexible availability across day, afternoon and/or night shifts

• Strong communication skills, especially via two‑way radio

• Ability to stay alert and focused in a busy industrial environment

• Safety‑first mindset with the ability to follow procedures

• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently

• Experience in recycling, warehousing, industrial or traffic control environments is an advantage

Why Join Us?

• Enjoy the convenience of working at a single site location. No travelling between multiple sites or spending your day driving across Sydney.

• Opportunities for additional hours and overtime for employees willing to work across other areas of the mill

• Cross‑training opportunities to expand your skills and increase earning potential

• Stable, long‑term employment with career growth opportunities

• Supportive team and positive site culture

• Training provided

• PPE & Uniform provided

Pay Rates

Base rate - $38.44
Afternoon/night shift rate - $43.05
Overtime & Weekend rates - $53.81 & $69.19

Onboarding Requirements (if successful)

• Attend & pass a Drug & Alcohol test

• Attend a functional examination

• Full rights to work in Australia