Senior Traffic Supervisor - - 39586 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

The Higgins team is seeking a full-time Senior Traffic Supervisor to join their operations on the Eastern Busway Alliance.

This leadership role involves managing and coordinating traffic operations to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all standards. Key responsibilities include planning work schedules, optimising resources, conducting site inspections, championing health and safety, mentoring teams, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders, all while driving operational excellence.

Come join the Green Team:

Competitive Salary + Vehicle
Based full time at the project office in Pakuranga
Career development opportunities to grow your career at Higgins and the wider Fletcher Building group of businesses
Access to Fletchers Building Benefits Programme, including:
A market-leading parental leave policy to ensure employees are well supported throughout one of life’s most significant events
FB employee share scheme, welfare & educational funds – including funding towards School Holiday Programmes & tutoring for children
A significant portfolio of retail benefits across major NZ businesses such as ANZ, Z energy, PlaceMakers, Mico and Samsung.

What you’ll bring to the role:

At least 7 years of experience as a Traffic Supervisor in the civil construction industry
The role requires an STMS CAT AB NP certification and a Minimum Class 2 License
In-depth knowledge of traffic management procedures, codes of practice, and industry standards.
Proven ability to plan and coordinate complex traffic management projects effectively.
Strong background in ensuring health and safety compliance on construction sites.
Expertise in managing and mentoring teams, including contractors and labour hires.
Experience conducting site inspections, audits, and signing off work to meet specifications.
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Hands-on experience in managing resources to maximize efficiency
Familiarity with operating and maintaining plant and equipment in line with best practices.
Demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

Higgins is a leading roading and civil infrastructure company in New Zealand. We are on a dynamic growth path with people at the heart of what we do every day. We offer a great working environment, competitive hourly rate, subsidised medical insurance and subsidised education and training for you and your dependants.

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!

Building better roads for safer journeys – He pai ake te hanga o ngā rori, kia haumaru ai ngā haerenga

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.