Traffic Operations Manager

Higgins Christchurch City, Canterbury, New ZealandOur business is in a growth phase, and we have a number of exciting projects underway including Christchurch City Council Southern Maintenance Contract.This is a senior role with massive potential for growth.

With your extensive industry knowledge, local connections and client relationship capabilities you will have the opportunity to shape our growing footprint within the region.Role Responsibilities : Planning, resourcing, and effective delivery of all workload for the Traffic Management divisionLead a team of Traffic Management Operatives and STMS staff (internal and external)Assist in the management aspects of financial performance for the division including cost management, monthly reporting and analysis (results / profit & loss)Produce PO's and review invoicesStrong focus on health and safety – not just your own, but your colleagues and the publicCompetent computer skills to undertake your responsibilities effectivelyBusiness Development to support future growth of the divisionSupporting talent attraction and retention strategies to help grow Higgins self-perform capabilityWhat you will bring to the role : You will have a solid background in Traffic Management on roading projects within New Zealand, including knowledge of NZTA's processes and proceduresTTM planning understanding highly sought afterSTMS Qualifications – Category A & BUnderstanding of NZGTTM and its applicationStrong knowledge of the Christchurch market is highly sought afterUnderstanding of job pricing including materials, labour and plant and associated margin / profit calculationsExcellent people skills – you will enjoy leading a team or be ready to the next step up in your careerPrior experience managing internal and external customersStrong project planning experienceA high level of knowledge and commitment to operational health and safety best practiceWhy Higgins?

At Higgins, we celebrate the good stuff, care for each other, and strive for growth.

You'll be part of a team that values your contribution and supports your development.Higgins is a leading roading and civil infrastructure company in New Zealand.

We offer a great working environment, competitive hourly rate, subsidised medical insurance and subsidised education and training for you and your dependants.Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace.

The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check – you'll need to be fit for work!

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application.

Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.Research shows that females and minority groups don't always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements.

So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don't quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway.

We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles.

We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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