STMS Practicing: Lead Traffic Management On-Site & Grow

Traffic Safe NZ Ltd; New Plymouth; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training & career development

Licence & certification support

Wellbeing benefits

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Traffic Safe NZ Ltd in New Plymouth is seeking an STMS Practicing lead to oversee traffic management sites and real-time road safety decisions. You will set up and manage TTM sites, direct on-site crews, and ensure compliance with safety plans.

Ideal candidates hold STMS A/B Practicing, a minimum TTM unit standard 31962, and a NZ Class 1 licence (Class 2 is a bonus). Training and development are provided within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• A current STMS A/B practicing qualification is required.
• Minimum TTM Qualification Unit Standard 31962.
• A full NZ Class 1 driver’s licence is essential (Class 2 is a bonus).
• Ability to lead crews and make risk-based decisions on site.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and outdoor work readiness.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain compliant TTM sites according to the approved plan.
• Manage live traffic flow, including stop/go and layout adjustments.
• Lead on-site crews, conduct toolbox talks, and allocate daily tasks.
• Conduct site inductions, safety checks, and maintain accurate records.
• Champion a proactive safety culture and ensure on-site compliance.

Education

STMS A/B Practicing Qualification

TTM Qualification Unit Standard 31962

NZ Class 1 Driver's Licence

Job description

Traffic Safe NZ Ltd in New Plymouth is seeking an STMS Practicing lead to oversee traffic management sites and real-time road safety decisions. You will set up and manage TTM sites, direct on-site crews, and ensure compliance with safety plans.

Ideal candidates hold STMS A/B Practicing, a minimum TTM unit standard 31962, and a NZ Class 1 licence (Class 2 is a bonus). Training and development are provided within a collaborative team.