Job Description

Traffic Group Australiais seeking an experienced and driven Operations Managerto join our Townsville team. This role is ideal for a strong leader with a solid Traffic Management background who thrives in a fast-paced operational setting and enjoys mentoring and developing teams.

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Key Responsibilities

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Oversee day-to-day traffic operations and workforce coordination

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Lead, mentor, and support Traffic Controllers and field staff

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Conduct inductions, onboarding, and site orientations for new hires

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Deliver training and coaching to Traffic Controllers

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Conduct Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE) and Drug & Alcohol screening processes

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Ensure compliance with company procedures, WHS requirements, and traffic regulations

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Assist with rostering, workforce planning, and operational reporting

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Maintain strong communication with clients, crews, and management teams

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About You

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Previous experience in Traffic Management operations or supervision

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Strong leadership and people management skills

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Ability to work autonomously and lead teams effectively

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Confident conducting training, onboarding, and compliance activities





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Excellent communication and organisational skills

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Flexible and willing to travel when required

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Robust understanding of safety and operational procedures

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Requirements

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Current Traffic Control tickets/licences

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Driver's Licence and reliable transport

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Ability to pass Drug & Alcohol screening and Functional Capacity Assessment

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Previous supervisory experience highly regarded

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First Aid (not essential, but required to obtain after employment)

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Fire Warden (not essential, but required to obtain after employment)

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Drug & Alcohol Testing (not essential, but required to obtain after employment)

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Package

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Company car with reasonable personal use

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Laptop & Company Car

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After hours phone allowance up to $10k annually

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At Traffic Group Australia, safety and quality are central to everything we do. We provide a supportive environment where team members can grow their skills, progress their careers, and work on a variety of projects across Australia.

📌 Operations Manager - Traffic Management (Townsville)
🏢 Traffic Group Australia
📍 Townsville