STMS - Te Kuiti

Traffic Safe NZ Ltd; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing benefits

Employee assistance programme

Ongoing training and career support

Licence & certification support

Job summary

Traffic Safe NZ Ltd in Te Kuiti is seeking an STMS to join our frontline team. You’ll set up and manage traffic management sites, make real-time decisions to keep traffic flowing, and champion safety with our proven safety culture.

The role requires leading on-site crews, conducting toolbox talks, and delivering safe, compliant outcomes across varied worksites in New Zealand. A strong focus on communication and hands-on leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• STMS A/B qualification required; TMO practicing status accepted with training available.
• Experience leading on-site crews and enforcing safety standards.
• Ability to conduct toolbox talks and allocate tasks effectively.

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.

Skills

STMS A/B

TMO practicing

On-site leadership

Safety culture

Strong communication

Outdoor work fitness

Job description

STMS

Te Kuiti

Job Number: STMS-TeKuiti

JOB DESCRIPTION

At Traffic Safe NZ, our mission is simple: Providing great service, delivered by great crews, underpinned by great safety.

You’ll be on the front line, responsible for setting up and managing traffic management sites, making real-time decisions to keep traffic flowing, and championing our award-winning commitment to safety by providing safe and effective traffic management solutions to our clients. If you're ready for hands-on work with a great team, this is the role for you.

What you’ll be responsible for:

• 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.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current TMO practicing or STMS A/B practicing qualification – must have.If you don't have practicing status - that's okay! We can train and certify you.We have a dedicated training team here at Traffic Safe to support your career development within traffic management.
• A full Class 1 NZ driver's licence is a must-have, and you must be comfortable driving manual vehicles. (Class 2 is a bonus).
• Confidence to lead crews and make smart, risk-based decisions on site.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Be physically fit and ready to work outdoors in all conditions.
• Previous traffic management experience across a range of worksites.
• Strong understanding and commitment to safety!

What sets Traffic Safe apart:

• Supportive team & purpose-driven work: A culture that values safety, encourages innovation, and recognises every team member.
• Ongoing training & career development: Continuous support to grow your skills and advance your career.
• Licence & certification support: Get the training to earn recognised TTM certifications and qualifications.
• Wellbeing benefits: Enjoy discounts from partners like Lumino the Dentist, Specsavers, and more.
• Employee assistance programme (EAP): Confidential support to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

Please note: This opportunity is open exclusively to individuals who are legally entitled to work and currently residing in New Zealand. As part of the recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a Ministry of Justice criminal record check and pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.