STMS Driver

Civic Contractors; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growing NZ-owned company

Supportive safety-focused team

Stable, full-time employment

Job summary

WasteCo is seeking an experienced Site Traffic Management Supervisor (STMS) Driver for our Canterbury operations. This hands-on role combines traffic management oversight with supporting sweeper truck activities, ensuring safety for road users, staff, and the project site.

Key requirements include a current STMS qualification, a Class 2 NZ Driver Licence, and proven traffic management experience. Enjoy a stable, full-time role with a safety-focused team in a growing New Zealand-owned company.

Qualifications

• Current STMS qualification is essential (must hold current certification).
• Class 2 Driver Licence required (essential).
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence required.
• Proven traffic management experience in similar roles.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to health, safety, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Manage traffic control operations while accompanying WasteCo sweeper trucks.
• Set up and monitor temporary traffic management sites.
• Implement Traffic Management Plans (TMPs).
• Ensure the safety of road users, staff, and site operations.
• Conduct site assessments and consultations.
• Complete vehicle pre-start checks and daily paperwork.
• Report hazards, incidents, and improvement opportunities.
• Attend toolbox meetings and maintain compliance with Health & Safety requirements.

Skills

STMS Qualification

Class 2 Driver Licence

Traffic management experience

NZ Driver Licence

Communication

Job description

Site Traffic Management Supervisor (STMS) Driver – Canterbury

Are you an experienced Site Traffic Management Supervisor (STMS) looking for a hands-on role with a growing New Zealand company? WasteCo is seeking a safety-focused and reliable STMS Driver to join our Canterbury Sweeping Team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing traffic control activities while supporting our sweeper truck operations, ensuring the safety of our team, road users, and the wider community.

About the Role

Reporting to the Sweeping Supervisor, you will:

• Manage traffic control operations while accompanying WasteCo sweeper trucks
• Set up and monitor temporary traffic management sites
• Implement Traffic Management Plans (TMPs)
• Ensure the safety of road users, staff, and site operations
• Conduct site assessments and consultations
• Complete vehicle pre-start checks and daily paperwork
• Report hazards, incidents, and improvement opportunities
• Attend toolbox meetings and maintain compliance with Health & Safety requirements

What We're looking For

• Current STMS Qualification (essential)
• Class 2 Driver Licence (essential)
• Proven traffic management experience
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Commitment to health, safety, and teamwork

Why Join WasteCo?

• Be part of a growing New Zealand-owned company
• Work with a supportive and safety-focused team
• Stable, full-time employment