Traffic Operations Manager / TMD

OmniGrip Direct; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Mobile phone

Laptop

Job summary

OmniGrip Direct is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our Traffic Control division across Queensland. You will oversee overall operations, design, fleet and asset management, workforce planning, client relationships, safety and compliance, and business growth initiatives.

The role requires senior leadership capabilities, a proven track record in Traffic Management and team leadership, and the ability to drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Current Queensland Traffic Management Designer Accreditation.
• Extensive experience in Traffic Control and Traffic Management operations.
• Strong understanding of Queensland Traffic Management legislation, standards and best practices.
• Proven leadership and people management experience.
• Current unrestricted Driver's Licence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and traffic management software systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all day-to-day Traffic Control operations.
• Coordinate personnel, logistics and project resources.
• Manage fleet allocation, utilisation and maintenance scheduling.
• Coordinate Police Specials and specialist traffic requirements.
• Assist with estimating and quotation preparation.
• Provide operational leadership and after-hours support as needed.
• Resolve operational issues and ensure service delivery commitments are achieved.
• Foster a positive safety culture and high-performing team environment.
• Manage licensing, training and compliance requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Traffic management

Team coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

Queensland Traffic Management Designer Accreditation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Traffic management software

Job description

We are a growing Traffic Management business delivering safe, compliant and professional traffic control solutions across Queensland. As we continue to expand, we are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our Traffic Control operations, manage our workforce and resources, maintain compliance, and drive operational excellence.

About the role

The Operations Manager will be responsible for the overall management of the Traffic Control division, ensuring the efficient planning, coordination and delivery of works while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance and customer service.

The successful candidate will oversee operations, traffic management design, fleet and asset management, workforce planning, client relationships, safety & people, compliance and business growth initiatives.

This is a senior leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong background in Traffic Management, Operations and Team Leadership.

Key responsibilities

Lead and manage all day-to-day Traffic Control operations

Coordinate personnel, logistics and project resources

Manage fleet allocation, utilisation and maintenance scheduling

Coordinate vehicle repairs, servicing and damage reporting

Manage scheduling and workforce allocation to meet operational demands

Coordinate Police Specials and specialist traffic requirements

Manage subcontractors and external labour providers when required

Assist with estimating and quotation preparation.

Provide operational leadership and after-hours support as needed.

Resolve operational issues and ensure service delivery commitments are achieved.

Manage licensing, training and compliance requirements.

Foster a positive safety culture and high-performing team environment.

Traffic Management Design

Prepare and review Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS), Traffic Management Plans (TMP) and related documentation.

Design traffic management solutions for roadworks, construction and maintenance projects.

Develop staging plans, detours, lane closures, temporary road closures and pedestrian management plans.

Coordinate permits and approvals with relevant authorities.

Ensure all designs meet client, legislative and project requirements.

Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, standards and permit requirements.

Conduct site inspections, operational audits and compliance reviews.

Current Queensland Traffic Management Designer Accreditation

Extensive experience within Traffic Control and Traffic Management operations

Strong understanding of Queensland Traffic Management legislation, standards and best practices

Demonstrated experience managing personnel, resources and operational performance

Proven leadership and people management experience

Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Current unrestricted Driver's Licence

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and traffic management software systems

Competitive remuneration package

Company vehicle, mobile phone and laptop

Opportunity to lead and develop a growing Traffic Control division

Supportive leadership team and professional work environment

Career development and progression opportunities

The ability to make a significant impact on the future growth and success of the business.