Traffic Management Operative

Job Overview

Our Mount Maunganui branch seeks a dedicated full-time Traffic Management Operative to become part of the Green Team within the Traffic Management division. This is an active role primarily conducted on the road, focusing on ensuring the safety of both work crews and the public.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and manage traffic management setups.
• Direct and regulate traffic flow to maintain safety.
• Create secure working environments for colleagues at job sites.
• Assist pedestrians and professionally respond to inquiries from local residents, representing the company positively.

Candidate Profile

• Experience in traffic management is preferred, though willingness to learn and obtain training is also valued.
• Must possess a Traffic Controller qualification at Level 1 minimum (Unit standard 31958 and/or 31960).
• Hold a full New Zealand Class 1 Driver’s Licence.
• Class 2 Licence is favorable or a readiness to acquire one.
• Commitment to a safety-first approach for personal, team, and public well-being.
• Dependable, punctual, and highly motivated individual.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in outdoor settings.
• Strong team player with effective problem-solving abilities.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Competitive hourly remuneration with a guaranteed 40-hour workweek.
• Employer KiwiSaver contributions up to 4% match.
• Opportunities to advance to STMS level certification, fully funded by the company.
• Possibility to upskill and acquire further licenses.
• Access to retail discounts for employees and their families.
• Z fuel discounts which include a monthly complimentary pie and coffee.

About the Employer

Higgins is a prominent company specializing in construction and infrastructure, focusing on the development and upkeep of roads, bridges, and civil engineering projects that link communities throughout New Zealand. The company prioritizes safety, quality, and environmental sustainability, valuing teamwork, innovation, and professional development as core foundations of its success.

Additional Conditions

• The role requires a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and a health check to ensure fitness for work.
• Higgins encourages applications from all backgrounds, emphasizing diversity and inclusion as key company values.
• Applications will be reviewed promptly, and the position may be closed before the listed deadline.