STMS

Higgins; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

40 hours/week guaranteed

KiwiSaver employer contribution 4%

Upskill and gain licenses

Retail discounts

Fuel discounts

Job summary

Higgins is seeking a permanent, full-time STMS to join our Traffic Management team in Rotorua. In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee temporary traffic management activities across live road environments, lead TTM crews, implement approved Traffic Management Plans, and help ensure sites operate safely and compliantly for workers, road users and the public.

Join Higgins to drive safe site practices, support on-call rosters, and contribute to a company focused on safety, quality and

Qualifications

• Current STMS Category B Practising qualification.
• NZTA TTM Worker certification and relevant traffic control training.
• Current Class 2 Driver Licence.
• At least 2 years' experience in roading or traffic management environments.
• Strong understanding of safe work practices, TTM requirements and site compliance.
• Clear communication skills and confidence interacting with the public.
• A reliable, calm approach and willingness to step in when needed.
• Construction Safe Tier 1 preferred.
• Availability to participate in an on-call roster.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the setup, adjustment and removal of temporary traffic management sites.
• Lead TTM crews and provide clear site briefings and instructions.
• Review and implement approved Traffic Management Plans.
• Monitor changing traffic conditions, hazards and site risks.
• Complete site records, inspections, audits and corrective actions.
• Work with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and the public to resolve onsite issues.

Skills

Clear communication

Leadership

On-call readiness

Education

STMS Category B Practising

NZTA TTM Worker certification

Class 2 Driver Licence

Job description

Description

Higgins is looking for a permanent, full-time STMS to join our Traffic Management team in Rotorua.

In this hands-on leadership role, you'll oversee temporary traffic management activities across live road environments, lead TTM crews, implement approved Traffic Management Plans, and help ensure sites operate safely and compliantly for workers, road users and the public.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the setup, adjustment and removal of temporary traffic management sites
• Lead TTM crews and provide clear site briefings and instructions
• Review and implement approved Traffic Management Plans
• Monitor changing traffic conditions, hazards and site risks
• Complete site records, inspections, audits and corrective actions
• Work with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and the public to resolve onsite issues

About You

• Current STMS Category B Practising qualification
• NZTA TTM Worker certification and relevant traffic control training
• Current Class 2 Driver Licence
• At least 2 years' experience in roading or traffic management environments
• Strong understanding of safe work practices, TTM requirements and site compliance
• Clear communication skills and confidence interacting with the public
• A reliable, calm approach and willingness to step in when needed
• Construction Safe Tier 1 preferred
• Availability to participate in an on-call roster

Why Join Us

• Competitive hourly rate
• Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
• KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
• Opportunity to upskill and gain further licenses
• Retail discounts for you and your family to enjoy
• Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth – because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check – you’ll need to be fit for work!

We're with you on the road ahead

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Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.