Traffic Management Operative; TMO

Traffic Management Operative – Christchurch.

We’re looking for a reliable and safety focused Traffic Management Operative (TMO) to support our roading and infrastructure projects across the region. If you enjoy hands on work, teamwork, and making a real impact on community safety, this could be the role for you.

As a TMO, you’ll help deliver safe and compliant temporary traffic management on worksites. You’ll work closely with STMS, crews, subcontractors, and the public to ensure traffic flows smoothly and everyone on site stays safe.

This is a great opportunity to grow your skills in the civil and roading industry, with plenty of variety in your day to day work.

• Setting up, operating, and maintaining temporary traffic management equipment
• Reading and interpreting TMPs
• Supporting the STMS with daily planning
• Operating plant and equipment (once trained and competent)
• Traffic control duties including Stop/Go operations
• Assisting with pilot vehicle driving, mower operations, litter collection, and EMP replacements
• Completing required documentation accurately
• Communicating professionally with the public, clients, and your team
• Ensuring all work meets safety, quality, and compliance standards

• A Class 1 driver licence (Class 2 is a bonus)
• Good understanding of safe working practices on site
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with others
• A positive attitude, honesty, and reliability
• Commitment to producing quality work
• Willingness to learn, upskill, and follow instructions

• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities to upskill and gain further certifications
• Work that makes a visible difference in your community
• A company that values safety, teamwork, and professionalism

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth – because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

Higgins is committed to a drug‑free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check – you’ll need to be fit for work!

We're with you on the road ahead - Ko tatou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mu

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity