Traffic Management Advisor

Downer; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WORK180 Endorsed Employer

Job summary

Downer in Adelaide is seeking a skilled professional to lead traffic management governance and compliance across major projects, aligning activities with Austroads, DIT requirements and contractual obligations.

You will audit and review TMPs and TGSs, prepare internal TMPs and support permit processes, while coaching operational teams to embed Zero Harm, safety and continuous improvement.

Join a collaborative team that values safety, integrity and excellence and offers development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in road maintenance / construction industry.
• Experience in traffic management compliance, advisory or quality roles.
• Strong knowledge of Austroads and SA Workzone Traffic Management standards.
• Experience reviewing TMPs and auditing compliance.
• Understanding of permit processes and Traffic Management Centre requirements.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic management quality and compliance across the state
• Conduct audits and assurance reviews of works and documentation
• Review and endorse Third Party TMPs and TGS
• Prepare internal TMPs and TGS for implementation
• Apply for and assist others in obtaining Road Occupancy Permits
• Identify risks, non-conformances and drive improvements
• Provide governance, guidance and coaching to operational teams
• Champion Zero Harm and safe work practices

Skills

Traffic management

Audits

Stakeholder engagement

Governance

Job description

Drive traffic management governance, audits & compliance across major projects. Lead standards, review TMPs/TGSs, and champion Zero Harm.

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

Join our team in a role focused on traffic management governance and compliance. You will play a key role in maintaining standards through audit, review and advisory support - ensuring all activities align with Austroads, DIT requirements and contractual obligations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead traffic management quality and compliance across the state
• Conduct audits and assurance reviews of works and documentation
• Review and endorse Third Party Traffic Management Plans (TMPs) and Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS)
• Prepare internal TMP's and TGS's for implementation
• Apply for and assist others in obtaining Road Occupancy Permits
• Identify risks, non-conformances and drive improvements
• Provide governance, guidance and coaching to operational teams
• Champion Zero Harm and safe work practices

What you'll bring

• Minimum 3 years experience in road maintenance / construction industry
• Experience in traffic management compliance, advisory or quality roles
• Strong knowledge of Austroads and SA Workzone Traffic Management standards
• Experience reviewing TMPs and auditing compliance
• Understanding of permit processes and Traffic Management Centre requirements
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability
• Enjoy career development opportunities, including leadership programs like Thrive and Own Career
• Work with a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation and continuous improvement
• Be part of a culture that values safety, integrity, and excellence in everything we do
• Proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women

Downer is a company that believes people are our greatest asset. We take pride in providing career opportunities, work-life balance, and above benchmark services. We also offer a range of advantages including:

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.