Becoming a Road Traffic Controller in Queensland

About this role

Direct road traffic and pedestrian flows safely during road closures or major events.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Road Traffic Controller include:

• set up, manage and remove temporary traffic control schemes and signage
• direct traffic using a stop-slow sign and other traffic control devices
• give and receive radio updates to coordinate with other road traffic personnel, construction workers and emergency response teams
• complete site checks and monitor traffic behaviour and flow to ensure public safety
• take instructions from crew leaders, foremen, managers, inspectors, auditors or officials.