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Traffic Controller Courses in Ballarat

A Traffic Controller manages vehicle and pedestrian flow during roadworks or events, using signs or lights to ensure safe and efficient traffic movement.

    • AI Exposure: Low

      This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.

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  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Traffic Controller in Ballarat?

Get qualified to work as a Traffic Controller with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Course providers in Ballarat

The following providers offer Traffic Controller courses in Ballarat, Victoria.
TDT Training Australia
6855
1
Victoria University
3113
1
Civil Train
5708
2
South Regional TAFE
52790
1
City-Wide Building & Training Services
91138
1
Skillinvest
4192
1
Realistic Training Options
32496
1
AQTraining
32456
1
RudTek
31953
1
TAFE Queensland
0275
1
Calibre Training and Development
32394
1
Foundation Training Australia
31972
2
South West TAFE
3120
1
Australian Training Academy
0686
1
Baker Ebert
40958
1
HPA Training
41018
1
Mobile Plant Operator Training Services
91589
1
Australian Construction Equipment Training
21716
1
Training Services QLD
41551
1
Eminent College of Education
45060
1
ACTA Group
45370
2
Access Training Centre
40101
2

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Traffic Controller generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 10,300 people employed as a Traffic Controller in Australia, compared to 8,000 five years ago. Traffic Controllers may find work in all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re interested in a career as a Traffic Controller, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Civil Construction (Traffic Management). This course covers topics including preparing traffic management plans, risk management, working as a spotter, reading and interpreting maps, positioning portable traffic signals, safe lifting and carrying, operating vehicles, escorting mobile works and operating truck mounted attenuators. Courses such as Control Traffic with Stop Slow Bat and Implement Traffic Management Plan may also be appropriate.

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Traffic Controller careers

Are you looking to kickstart your career as a Traffic Controller in Ballarat? With a total of 15 Traffic Controller courses in Ballarat, you have a variety of options tailored for beginners with no prior experience. Courses like the Control Traffic with Stop-Slow Bat RIIWHS205E and the Certificate II in Civil Construction RII20720 provide essential training that equips you with the necessary skills to manage traffic effectively and safely.

In addition to fundamental traffic control skills, you can explore advanced qualifications, such as the Certificate III in Civil Construction (Traffic Management) RII30920 or the Implement Traffic Management Plan RIIWHS302E, both of which open doors to higher responsibilities in traffic management. Among the reputed training providers in Ballarat, you can consider enrolling at Eminent College of Education for focused instruction or VU for a comprehensive learning experience.

Upon completing your training, various job roles await you within the construction and traffic management sectors in Ballarat. Explore opportunities as a Construction Labourer, a General Labourer, or rise to the challenge as a Construction Manager. Each of these roles offers unique responsibilities and the chance to contribute meaningfully to community projects, ensuring safety and efficiency on our roads.

Don’t wait to secure your future in traffic management. Take the first step by enrolling in one of the many Traffic Controller courses in Ballarat today. With hands-on training from local providers like TDT, you're set on the right path towards a fulfilling career that not only pays well but also plays a crucial role in safeguarding the lives of others on the road.