Traffic Management Supervisor - Southland, Invercargill
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Downer New Zealand

Traffic Management Supervisor - Southland

  • Posted Today
  • Hybrid
  • Full Time

Invercargill

Job Description

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here


Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. 


We offer:


  • Competitive salary package
  • Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
  • Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers

Have a look at our other great benefits here!


Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity


  • We are looking for an experienced Traffic Management Supervisor to join our team and take ownership of the day-to-day coordination and delivery of traffic management operations.
  • This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll be responsible for supporting crews in the field, ensuring work is delivered safely and effectively, and maintaining high standards of compliance and quality across multiple sites.
  • As a Traffic Management Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our traffic management operations run smoothly each day. You’ll coordinate crews, allocate resources, oversee site performance, and work closely with operational teams to ensure projects are delivered safely and on schedule.
  • You’ll spend time both in the office and out in the field, providing guidance to crews, conducting site visits, and helping solve challenges as they arise. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being involved in the operational side of the business and leading by example.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Leading and supporting Traffic Management crews to deliver safe, productive, and compliant work
  • Coordinating daily traffic management activities to meet operational programmes and customer requirements
  • Conducting regular site visits to monitor safety, compliance, quality, and performance
  • Ensuring all work is completed in line with approved Traffic Management Plans and NZGTTM requirements
  • Promoting a positive safety culture and encouraging best practice across all teams
  • Leading toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, and site briefings
  • Monitoring traffic management equipment and vehicles to ensure they remain operational and fit for purpose


Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills


You will be a hands-on supervisor who can coordinate crews, manage plant and resources, and deliver high quality outcomes while championing a strong safety-first culture.

Ideally, you’ll have:


  • Previous experience in Traffic Management supervisory or leadership position
  • Strong knowledge of traffic management practices, NZGTTM requirements, and site compliance
  • Proven experience managing and coordinating field crews
  • Current STMS qualification would be beneficial
  • Relevant traffic management industry certifications
  • Experience using MYTTM or similar resource planning systems


Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation


Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!


Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply


If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 737988


We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Traffic Management
  • Resource Planning
  • Safety Management
  • Site Compliance

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🤱 Extended Parental Leave
  • 🔋 Unlimited Annual Leave
  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • 💯 Employee Mentoring Program
  • 🩺 Health Insurance
  • 🧠 Mental Health Workshops
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 💪 Physical Health Workshops
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 🎖 Long Service Rewards
  • 📣 Referral Bonuses
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Wellbeing Support
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  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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