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General Information

Job Type
Permanent
Category
Traffic Management
Business
Higgins
Location
Waikato
Job Reference
43840
Posted Date
23-Jun-2026
Closing Date
22-Jul-2026

Description

Higgins is looking for a permanent, full-time STMS to join our Traffic Management division. Based from our Morrinsville Depot, this is a hands-on role where you will lead temporary traffic management activities, keep road users informed, and ensure worksites are set up safely and correctly each day.

You will work closely with site teams and the public, taking responsibility for traffic control set-ups and compliance while being present on site and involved in the day-to-day work. While the Traffic division is based out of our Hamilton branch, this role will required you to work across our depots and branches locations throughout the Waikato region.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Set up, manage, and remove temporary traffic management on live worksites
  • Design, check, and update Traffic Management Plans to meet required standards
  • Control traffic using stop/go, signs, and traffic signals as required
  • Monitor site safety, identify hazards, and take action to address risks
  • Complete daily documentation, records, and site reporting accurately
  • Communicate clearly with the public, crews, and supervisors about site activity

What You’ll Bring to the Role:
  • Current STMS Category B Practising qualification
  • NZTA TTM Worker certification and relevant traffic control training
  • 2 years experience in roading or traffic management environments
  • Class 2 Drivers License
  • Construction Safe Tier 1 preferred
  • Strong understanding of safe work practices and site compliance
  • Clear communication skills and confidence working with the public
  • A reliable, calm approach and willingness to step in when needed
  • Willingness to take part in an on-call roster

Why join the Green Team?
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
  • KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
  • Opportunity to upskill and gain further licenses
  • Retail discounts for you and your family to enjoy
  • Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee

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 mua

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 and see it as one of the things that make us better together.