Traffic Control Team Leader

• Help keep drivers, pedestrians and cyclists safe around Council worksites and public events.
• Lead a small traffic control team and coordinate daily site activities.
• Set up and monitor traffic control equipment in line with approved plans.
• Support safe road and infrastructure work across the Shire.

About Lockhart Shire Council

Lockhart Shire Council provides practical services to the community and works to keep local infrastructure safe and reliable.

Engineering Services carries out road construction, maintenance and other infrastructure work across the Shire.

Position Overview

This full-time Grade 8 position is in Engineering Services and reports to the Works Supervisor. The role provides day-to-day direction for one and three staff.

You will carry out and coordinate traffic control, set up traffic management equipment, keep records and work with Council crews, contractors and the public.

What You'll Do

We are seeking a motivated and reliable person who can:

• Carry out 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.
• Use Stop/Slow bats and help manage traffic, pedestrian and cyclist movements around worksites.
• Give day-to-day direction and support to traffic control staff.
• Check vehicles and equipment before use, and keep equipment safe, serviceable and stored 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.
• Respond professionally to public enquiries and participate in on-call and emergency response when required.

About You

You have traffic control experience and can organise daily work, give clear instructions and support a small team. You communicate well, follow approved traffic plans and respond appropriately when site conditions change.

You understand your work health and safety responsibilities, including using PPE, reporting hazards and incidents, and following Safe Work Method Statements and Safe Operating Procedures.

Essential Selection Criteria

• 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.

Career Development & Progression

Council supports staff development through on-the-job guidance and training. Further qualifications, such as preparing work zone traffic management plans, may support future career opportunities.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary range: $1249.44 to $1399.37 per 38 hour week
• Compressed Work Week (4 day week) Monday to Thursday for work-life balance
• Uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided.
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture
• Secure local government employment

Enquiries

For further information, please contact:
Sam Wooden Manager of Works Mobile:0478 090 466

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume and answers to the three short questions below. Applications can be submitted through the online portal or emailed to hr@lockhart.nsw.gov.au.

Short Questions

1. Tell us about your experience managing traffic around a work site or event.
2. How would you keep workers, pedestrians and road users safe if conditions changed?
3. How would you give clear instructions to other traffic controllers?

LINK TO POSITION DESCRIPTION

Applications close: Monday 16 November 2026 at 9am

Additional Information

The recruitment process includes a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.
Lockhart Shire Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without notice.
Pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with the requirements of the position.

Lockhart Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.