Traffic Controller - Start Now - Part-Time

Overwatch Traffic Services is seeking EXPERIENCED Traffic Controllers for an IMMEDIATE START with a positive “can do” attitude and willingness to work in an exciting fast-paced environment alongside a dynamic team. 

We are seeking Traffic Controllers with experience on Highway and Freeway projects, who can implement complex traffic plans. 

With Major Projects on the horizon, Overwatch is looking for interested applicants who are motivated, reliable and responsible. 

Overwatch Traffic Services Pty Ltd is a wholly-owned Western Australian Traffic Management business. First established in 2017, we have grown to almost 200 employees and now occupy our own depot in Bayswater, where we have a fleet of over 140 work vehicles and equipment. We have carried out works across Western Australia, from the Pilbara to Kalgoorlie, and all within and around Metro Perth. 

Key Role Characteristics & Benefits:

• Permanent Part-Time Role.
• Competitive hourly rate, including penalty rates and contributions towards Superannuation.
• Flexible hours, with both Day shift and Night shift available.
• Regional Work Opportunities Available.
• Rapidly Expanding Company, with opportunities for Career Growth.
• Major Projects Upcoming.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Complete Vehicle Pre-Start Checks and Daily Diaries as required.
• Load and unload vehicles with signage & equipment.
• Implement and monitor the on-site operation of Traffic Management Plans & Traffic Guidance Schemes, to all required safety and quality standards.
• Monitor traffic behaviour and control traffic flow, as well as flow of pedestrians and cyclists, to ensure the safety of maintenance workers, on-site work crews and members of the public at all times.
• Use Stop/Slow signage and/or Stop Slow Bats to control traffic.
• Accurately follow instructions from the Operations Manager, Team Leaders, On-Site Foremen, Inspectors and Auditors.
• Complete and submit any relevant paperwork for job-sites, including safety inductions, as required.
• Perform all tasks associated with Traffic Management for Metro and Regional job sites and events.
• Complete site hazard assessments and check for suitability of control measures for the job site.
• Promptly report any on-site hazards and/or near misses.
• Use the Traffic Management Scheduling system – Traffio – to submit forms and dockets, as required.
• Use a two-way radio to effectively communicate and coordinate with team members.
• Drive a Visual Message Board or Truck Mounted Attenuator when required (if in possession of relevant & current ticket/license).

Required Skills & Qualities

• Current BWTM & TC (minimum required), and WTM and/or AWTM Accreditation.
• Current WA Driver’s License.
• Excellent communication.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Enthusiastic, reliable and willing to help out where able.
• Reliable.
• Previous experience in Team Leading will be highly regarded.
• Qualifications such as tickets to drive a TMA or a current First Aid Qualification, or additional skills, such as mechanical aptitude, will be highly regarded.
• ANY current inductions (for example: Water Corporation, Western Power, etc), will be highly regarded.
• Applicants selected for an interview will be required to submit a current Pre-Employment Medical (within the last 12 months) and a LabDas (within the last 30 days).