Traffic Controller

A Traffic Controller directs cars and other vehicles or pedestrians during road closures or detours. You might direct traffic around an accident scene or roadworks or work during large public events or emergency situations. Traffic Controllers often use stop and slow signs but you may also set up temporary traffic lights. You’ll ensure traffic is moving as effectively as possible during a disruption.

Traffic Controllers should be safety focused and have strong situational awareness skills. It’s important that you are observant and can focus for long periods of time. Traffic Controllers must be comfortable working outdoors and should be able to follow instructions. You’ll need to be able to communicate clearly and work as part of a team.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a traffic controller?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
RIISS00054

Traffic Controller Skill Set

Blended, On Campus
1 - 4 days
$0 - $699
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RII20120

Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation

Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 10 weeks
$0 - $6,045
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RII20720

Certificate II in Civil Construction

Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 12 months
$0 - $7,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Construction and Maintenance)

Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 36 months
$0 - $14,540
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction (Traffic Management)

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
18 - 24 months
$0 - $10,350
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RIIWHS205E

Control Traffic with Stop-Slow Bat

Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
$0 - $766
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RIIWHS302E

Implement Traffic Management Plan

Blended, On Campus
1 - 4 days
$0 - $579
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RIISS00055

Traffic Management Implementer Skill Set

Blended, On Campus
1 - 3 days
$0 - $699
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RIIMPO208F

Operate Support Equipment

On Campus
1 day
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RIICWD503E

Prepare Traffic Management Plans and Traffic Guidance Schemes

Blended, On Campus
1 - 4 days
$0 - $1,896
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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