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Ventia

Traffic Controller & Truck Driver

  • Posted Today
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Wellington

Job Description

At Ventia, we’re proud to keep New Zealand moving. We are looking for a reliable and safety-focused Class 2 Truck Driver and Traffic Controller to join our Transport team in Wellington . If you enjoy hands-on outdoor work, operating equipment, and being part of a supportive crew that delivers essential infrastructure services, we'd love to hear from you.


What's on offer?


Stable, full-time work with a leading infrastructure services provider

Supportive team environment with opportunities to grow your skills

Diverse role combining driving, traffic management, and site-based work


About the role


As a Class 2 Truck Driver and Traffic Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring the safe movement of road users and workers across a range of transport and maintenance projects. No two days are the same, with responsibilities spanning traffic management, truck operation, site set-up, labouring duties and traffic control activities.


Key responsibilities include:


  • Operating Class 2 vehicles and supporting traffic management activities
  • Installing, maintaining and removing temporary traffic management systems
  • Managing traffic flow and ensuring public and crew safety
  • Completing site set-up and pack-down activities
  • Conducting routine vehicle inspections and basic maintenance
  • Supporting emergency response and call-out work when required
  • Working closely with the wider crew to deliver safe and efficient operations


About you


  • Full NZ Class 2 Driver Licences
  • Traffic Management or Traffic Control Qualification
  • Experience in road maintenance, civil construction, transport or traffic management
  • A strong commitment to health, safety and quality
  • Great communication skills and a positive team attitude
  • The ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • A willingness to get involved with physical labouring tasks as part of the team


About Ventia


As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.


How to apply


Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.


Position Reference Number: 168907

Desired Hard Skills

  • Class 2 Truck Driving
  • Traffic Control Qualification
  • Vehicle Inspection

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Safety Awareness

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • ❤ Care and Appreciation
  • 💯 Employee Mentoring Program
  • ⚖ Work-Life Balance Support
  • 🧠 Mental Health Workshops
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 🏥 Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🛂 Visa Sponsorship
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 💹 Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • 🚚 Relocation Support
  • 🖥 Computer Assistance
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
  • 🍇 Fruit Box
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  • 🐾 Dog Friendly
  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work

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