STMS Cat A/B Practicing

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

At Downer, we’re committed to delivering excellence by giving our people the tools, support and environment they need to succeed. When you join us, you’re joining a team that looks after its own.

Full-time, permanent role with consistent hours

Opportunity to work on essential infrastructure projects in your local community

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment with strong leadership

Strong safety-first culture (Zero Harm)

Employee benefits including discounts and wellbeing support

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced Site Traffic Management Specialist (STMS) to join our Rotokawa team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader who is passionate about delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality Traffic Management solutions while supporting and developing their crew.

As an STMS, you'll play a key role in leading traffic management operations across Category A and B sites, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with NZGTTM requirements. You'll build strong relationships with clients and team members while championing a culture of Zero Harm.

Some of the things you'll be doing include:

Leading and monitoring Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) sites

Conducting daily crew briefings, tailgates, and safety discussions

Ensuring Traffic Management Plans (TMPs) are implemented and maintained correctly

Coaching, mentoring, and developing Traffic Management team members

Building positive relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders

Reporting and managing hazards, incidents, and safety concerns

Completing site documentation and ensuring compliance requirements are met

Maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and customer service

Working a mixture of day and night shifts, with weekend work available

Supervise and mentor traffic crews, including TMOs, TTM Workers and other STMS team members.

Ensure all HSE procedures are followed and promote safe use of tools, vehicles, and equipment.

Nga Pūkenga Matu | Important Skills

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

Current STMS Category A/B Practising Qualification

Full Class 2 Driver Licence

Previous experience managing Traffic Management sites

Strong knowledge of NZGTTM requirements and compliance standards

Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills

Experience coaching and mentoring team members

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

A proactive attitude with a willingness to take ownership and responsibility

A genuine commitment to Zero Harm and safe work practices

Experience with, or willingness to learn, MyTTM systems

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply

We don’t accept applications via email, but for any enquiries please email highvolumerecruitment@downer.co.nz

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.