Temporary traffic management specialist, Mātanga whakahaere rere waka
Also known as
- Site traffic management specialist, STMS, site traffic management supervisor, temporary traffic management worker, TTM manager, TTM mobile supervisor
Temporary traffic management specialists manage traffic in temporary situations like construction zones, special events, road maintenance and emergencies.

Duration
2:29 mins
Your pay could be
$55K
Lower
$70K to $94K
Most common
$155K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year

Temporary traffic management specialists
- usually work regular business hours but may work overtime
- usually work outdoors and travel locally or nationally
- may work in all weather and hazardous conditions
- need to be methodical, practical and safety conscious
Tasks
- manage traffic for temporary zones and events
- plan road layouts and lane closures
- prepare and share temporary traffic plans
- find ways to improve traffic flow
- set up road signs and lines
- check traffic speed and safety
- record roadworks and site information
- supervise road crews and workers
Practical
Investigative
Enterprising
Interests that fit this job
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You may need
- a driver licence
- to do entry training in civil engineering
If you’re in school
You usually don't need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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