TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS, TMIs & UTE DRIVERS

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Greater Brisbane | Commercial Construction | Above-Award Rates

$44.50 per hour – Traffic Controller duties

$47.50 per hour – Traffic Management Implementer duties

JC Hire & Earthworks is expanding our high-quality traffic-control team for commercial construction work across the Greater Brisbane region. Our upcoming commercial construction project is expected to commence in September 2026, with earlier opportunities potentially becoming available.

Due to the scale and operational demands of the project, we are recruiting in advance to carefully select, onboard and prepare our traffic-control team before the site becomes fully operational. This is an opportunity to join JC Hire early, become familiar with our standards and systems, and be ready to commence as the project progresses.

Built from experience. Driven by excellence.

At JC Hire & Earthworks, you are not just a number—you are a vital asset to our team. Together, we provide an exceptional service for our clients and a safe environment for our community.

Whether you are an experienced traffic-management professional or a newer ticketed Traffic Controller looking for the right company in which to develop, we would like to hear from you.

While experience is highly regarded, we also recognise that capability is not measured only by years in the industry. A strong work ethic, sound safety awareness, reliability and a genuine willingness to learn the JC Standard are equally important to us.

ABOUT THE UPCOMING PROJECT The project will operate within a busy commercial construction environment involving tower-crane operations, frequent precast deliveries and a high volume of truck and plant movements along a busy council-controlled road.

We are seeking a combination of experienced Traffic Controllers, TMIs and Ute Drivers, together with motivated newer Traffic Controllers who are ready to learn and develop under guidance.

The project requires a calm, alert and well-organised team. Applicants are not expected to have independently managed every aspect of a project of this scale; however, they must be honest about their experience, follow direction and demonstrate the attitude and safety awareness required to develop into the role.

Team members working on the project may be expected to:

- Establish, maintain and monitor exclusion zones in accordance with approved traffic-management plans and site procedures
- Safely coordinate frequent truck, precast and plant movements into and out of the site
- Manage interactions between construction activities, road traffic, pedestrians, workers and members of the public
- Communicate clearly with drivers, crane crews, site management and other Traffic Controllers




- Anticipate changing conditions and respond quickly without compromising safety
- Maintain strong radio communication and situational awareness throughout the shift
- Represent JC Hire professionally when communicating with clients, workers, motorists and the surrounding community

This will not be a low-activity gate position. It is an opportunity for capable traffic-management professionals who take ownership of their work area and are ready to develop the skills required to safely manage competing demands in a busy public environment.

Duties will be allocated according to each employee’s demonstrated experience, competency and level of authorisation. Newer team members will receive guidance and will not be expected to undertake responsibilities beyond their current capability.

WHY JOIN JC HIRE & EARTHWORKS?

- Above-award ordinary casual rates
- $44.50 per hour when allocated Traffic Controller duties
- $47.50 per hour when appropriately certified and allocated TMI duties
- Weekly pay every Wednesday for the previous week
- Superannuation, overtime, penalties and applicable allowances paid separately
- Clear systems, qualified onboarding and straightforward communication
- Commercial construction work across Greater Brisbane
- A company that recognises and rewards the additional responsibility carried by a TMI
- Direct guidance, practical training and ongoing support from experienced management
- An opportunity for newer Traffic Controllers to develop solid professional habits from the beginning
- Allocations matched appropriately to each employee’s demonstrated experience and competency
- An opportunity to join the team early as JC Hire’s Traffic Control Division grows

WHAT WE EXPECT – THE JC STANDARD

We pay above the ordinary market rate because we expect a higher professional standard.

You will be expected to:

- Arrive on time, prepared and ready for the daily pre-start
- Remain alert, attentive and actively engaged throughout the shift
- Follow traffic-management plans, site procedures and lawful directions
- Communicate clearly and maintain proper radio discipline
- Wear required PPE correctly and maintain a professional presentation
- Treat clients, site personnel, the public and other team members respectfully
- Complete daily timekeeping and availability requirements accurately
- Report hazards, incidents and equipment issues promptly




- Represent JC Hire in a way that earns repeat work from our clients and respect from our community

ABOUT YOU

We are building a balanced team of experienced traffic-management professionals and promising newer Traffic Controllers who hold the required tickets and have some practical exposure to the industry.

Experienced applicants should be able to demonstrate reliable and professional site performance. Applicants who are newer to the industry should demonstrate a sound understanding of their responsibilities, strong safety awareness and a willingness to listen, learn and accept guidance.

You do not need decades of experience to meet the JC Standard. We are prepared to invest time in employees who are reliable, coachable and committed to developing the right habits.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

You must have

- Current Queensland Traffic Controller accreditation
- Current White Card
- Current Australian driver licence
- Reliable personal vehicle and willingness to travel to Greater Brisbane sites
- Australian working rights
- Reliable mobile phone with the ability to use Connecteam
- Strong communication skills
- The ability to work safely around traffic, mobile plant and commercial construction activities

Current Traffic Management Implementer accreditation is highly regarded. The TMI rate applies only when you hold the appropriate certification and are specifically allocated to perform TMI duties for that shift.

Previous experience driving a traffic-control ute is also highly regarded. Please include details of your Ute Driver experience in your application.

A current first aid certificate is desirable but not mandatory.

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

Employment type: Casual

Location: Greater Brisbane region

Industry: Commercial construction

Anticipated project commencement: September 2026, with earlier opportunities possible

Ordinary casual rates: $44.50 TC / $47.50 allocated TMI duties The advertised rates include the 25% casual loading and exclude superannuation, overtime, penalty rates and applicable allowances.

As this is casual, project-based employment, the availability and duration of work may vary and minimum weekly hours cannot be guaranteed. However we are looking for minimum 2-3 roles to fill Full-Time Monday-Friday hours.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply through SEEK and include:

- Your current resume
- Your suburb
- Your traffic-control experience
- Details of any TMI or traffic-control Ute Driver experience
- The accreditations and tickets you currently hold, including expiry dates
- Your general availability
- Whether you are seeking TC, TMI, Ute Driver duties or a combination

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss their experience, availability and the JC Hire onboarding process.

JC Hire & Earthworks [email protected]

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