Traffic Control and Labourer
- Direct traffic and pedestrian movements around active construction sites in line with traffic management plans.
- Assist with general construction labouring, moving materials and supporting trades and supervisors.
- Maintain safe, tidy work areas and follow site safety procedures, reporting hazards and unsafe conditions.
WHO WE ARE
Established in 1987, DCOH is an experienced construction and development company operating across residential, commercial, hospitality and real estate sectors.
We have a strong track record delivering complex projects, including award winning work such as the Charles Darwin University Danala Education and Community Precinct, recognised with a 2025 National Master Builders Award of Excellence.
With operations in both the Northern Territory and Victoria, we deliver high quality projects with a clear focus on buildability, programme certainty and strong on-site execution.
Driven by a commitment to Building Better, DCOH combines experience, innovation and disciplined execution creating lasting value for our clients, partners and the communities we serve.
WHO YOU ARE
This Darwin-based Traffic Controller & Labourer role provides traffic control and hands-on labouring support across DCOH's construction activities, helping maintain safe vehicle and pedestrian movement while assisting with general site operations.
- Current Construction Induction Card (White Card)
- Current Traffic Controller qualification and relevant traffic management accreditation
- Previous traffic control, construction, labouring or site-based experience is advantageous
- Ability to safely direct vehicles, construction traffic and pedestrians around active work areas
- Ability to follow traffic management plans, site instructions and safety procedures
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking approach to work
- Ability to communicate clearly with drivers, pedestrians, supervisors and site personnel
- Good awareness of safe manual handling practices
- Physical fitness and ability to undertake manual labouring activities
- Ability to work outdoors and in a fast-paced construction environment
- Positive attitude and willingness to support broader site activities as required
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Perform traffic control duties in accordance with approved traffic management plans and site requirements
- Direct and manage vehicle, construction traffic and pedestrian movements around active work areas
- Operate traffic control equipment and signage as required
- Monitor traffic conditions and maintain safe access to and from construction work areas
- Communicate clearly with drivers, pedestrians, plant operators and site personnel
- Assist with the installation, monitoring and removal of traffic control signage and devices
- Identify and report traffic hazards, unsafe conditions and changes affecting traffic management
- Assist with general labouring duties across active construction sites
- Support trades and supervisors with day-to-day construction activities
- Load, unload and move materials, tools and equipment as required
- Maintain clean, safe and organised work areas
- Assist with site set-up, housekeeping and general maintenance tasks
- Attend site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings
- Comply with all site safety requirements, procedures and policies
- Report hazards, incidents and unsafe conditions promptly
- Assist with receiving, handling and storing site materials and deliveries
- Work collaboratively with trades, supervisors and other site personnel
- Follow safe work practices and remain alert to changing site and traffic conditions
- Contribute positively to team culture and site productivity
- Support the successful delivery of construction works through reliable day-to-day traffic control and labouring assistance
WHAT’S NEXT
If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and cover letter which describes who you are and addresses the criteria detailed above.
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