Traffic Control Team Leader

About the role

Lockhart Shire Council's Engineering Services is looking for a full-time Grade 8 Traffic Control Team Leader to lead a small traffic control team and coordinate daily site activities. The role keeps drivers, pedestrians and cyclists safe around Council worksites and public events, and reports to the Works Supervisor, giving day-to-day direction to one and three staff.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out and coordinate traffic control in line with approved Traffic Management Plans and safety requirements.
• Set up, monitor and remove signs, barriers, cones and other traffic control devices, and use Stop/Slow bats to manage traffic, pedestrians and cyclists.
• Give day-to-day direction and support to traffic control staff.
• Check vehicles and equipment before use, keep them safe and serviceable and store them correctly.
• Identify hazards and report changing site conditions that may affect traffic arrangements.
• Coordinate traffic control needs with the Works Supervisor, work crews and contractors.
• Complete timesheets, daily work records, hazard and incident reports, and respond to public enquiries; take part in on-call and emergency response when required.

Required profile

• Traffic control experience, able to organise daily work, give clear instructions and support a small team.
• School Certificate or equivalent.
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Current SafeWork accredited Traffic Controller (TCR) and Implement Traffic Control Plans (IMP) qualifications.
• Current NSW Class C driver licence.
• Understanding of work health and safety duties, including PPE, reporting hazards and incidents, and following Safe Work Method Statements and Safe Operating Procedures.

What we offer

• Salary of $1249.44 to $1399.37 per 38-hour week.
• Compressed work week (4 days, Monday to Thursday).
• Uniforms and personal protective equipment provided.
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture and secure local government employment.

Applicants submit a cover letter, resume and answers to three short questions through the online application portal or by email. Applications close on Monday 16 November 2026 at 9am; the process includes a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol testing.