Higgins is looking for a permanent, full-time Traffic Management Operative to join our team in Mount Maunganui.

As a Traffic Management Operative, you will work alongside the STMS and wider site team to set up temporary traffic management, guide road users and support day-to-day maintenance activities.

Set up, maintain and remove temporary traffic management equipment
Carry out stop/go operations, pilot vehicle driving and truck-based TMO duties
Read traffic management plans and confirm the day’s work with the STMS
Complete pre-start checks and keep vehicles, tools and equipment in safe condition
Complete site documentation and report hazards, issues or equipment concerns
Communicate clearly and respectfully with your crew, clients and the public

About You

A current Class 1 driver licence and Level 1 Basic TMO qualification
Construct Safe Tier 1 and a Site Safe Civil Passport
Knowledge of safe working practices on roadwork or construction sites
TMO or roading experience is useful, although further training can be provided
Clear communication skills and the ability to work well within a crew
Reliable, practical and willing to assist with traffic control, maintenance and general site duties

Why Join Us

Competitive hourly rate
Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
Opportunity to upskill and gain further licenses
Retail discounts for you and your family to enjoy
Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth – because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check – you’ll need to be fit for work!

We're with you on the road ahead - Ko tatou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.

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