Site Traffic Management Supervisor (STMS)

Overview

The Higgins Wellington traffic division is seeking several motivated Site Traffic Management Supervisors (STMS) to join their dynamic team during a period of substantial work pipeline. This role holds significant responsibility for maintaining safe and effective traffic control around construction sites. The STMS leads a group of traffic controllers ensuring that all activities comply with safety regulations and standards, thereby supporting the smooth operation of projects and protecting road users.

Key Benefits

• Guaranteed minimum of 40 working hours per week
• Permanent and long-term employment opportunity
• Work location at the Higgins Wellington branch on Glover Street
• Opportunities to upskill and obtain additional licenses if needed
• Supportive workplace culture that treats team members like family (whānau)
• Exclusive Z fuel discounts, including a monthly free pie and coffee

Candidate Profile

• Possession of STMS qualification with current practice in Categories A, B, and C
• Holders of a full clean New Zealand driver’s license; Class 1 minimum, Class 2 preferred
• Strong commitment to a safety-first mindset for themselves, their team, and the public
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Previous experience in mentoring and supervising teams
• Demonstrated track record in the traffic industry
• Physically fit to meet the demands of the role
• Dependable, honest, and adaptable

Additional Information

Higgins is a leading civil infrastructure and roading company in New Zealand, focused on growth and prioritizing people daily. They provide a positive work environment, competitive pay, subsidized medical insurance, and education and training support for employees and their dependants. The company maintains a strict drug-free workplace policy requiring pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and a health check to ensure fitness for work.

Higgins values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from females and minority groups who may feel they do not meet every requirement. They embrace a multicultural workforce which they believe strengthens their team.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis with the possibility of the role closing early.