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Traffic Controller Courses in Geraldton

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 Geraldton?

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 Geraldton

The following providers offer Traffic Controller courses in Geraldton, Western Australia.
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
Australian Training Academy
0686
1
Baker Ebert
40958
1
HPA Training
41018
1
Mobile Plant Operator Training Services
91589
1
Training Services QLD
41551
1
Access Training Centre
40101
3
High Skill Training
91309
1
Parabellum International Training
51786
1

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 thinking about starting a career in traffic management? With the various Traffic Controller courses in Geraldton, there has never been a better time to begin your journey. In the Geraldton area, aspiring traffic controllers can take advantage of 11 beginner courses designed for learners with no prior experience. Whether you're interested in controlling traffic using a stop-slow bat with the Control Traffic with Stop-Slow Bat RIIWHS205E course or pursuing the comprehensive Certificate III in Civil Construction (Traffic Management) RII30920, there are options tailored to your needs.

Hands-on experience is vital in traffic management, and one popular choice is the Implement Traffic Management Plan RIIWHS302E course. This will equip you with the skills to effectively manage traffic flow and enhance safety at work sites throughout Geraldton. Additionally, consider the Certificate II in Civil Construction RII20720 for a broader understanding of civil construction processes and the roles of traffic controllers within that framework.

Further enhancing your employability, you might want to explore other related qualifications like the Work as a Safety Observer/Spotter RIIRTM203E course or the target-driven Traffic Controller Skill Set for Urban Streets and Low Volume Rural Roads RIISS00058. Geraldton's job market offers opportunities where these skills will be invaluable, especially when considering positions such as a Construction Labourer or a Construction Supervisor.

Once you’ve completed your training with one of the Traffic Controller courses in Geraldton, numerous job roles await you in the thriving sector of civil construction and outdoor operations. You could find yourself transitioning into roles like a Site Foreman or even climbing to positions such as a Construction Project Manager. With each layer of responsibility, you will play a crucial role in ensuring public safety and efficient traffic flow in the community.

By investing in your education with the available courses, you are on the path to a rewarding career as a Traffic Controller and beyond. Explore the range of options, including the Work Safely and Follow WHS Policies and Procedures RIIWHS201E and the Traffic Management Implementer Skill Set for Urban Streets and Low Volume Rural Roads RIISS00060. Take the first step today and prepare yourself for a successful career in traffic management and civil construction in Geraldton.