Traffic Control and Labourer

WHO WE ARE

Established in 1987, DCOH is an experienced construction and development company operating across residential, commercial, hospitality and real estate sectors.

We have a strong track record delivering complex projects, including award winning work such as the Charles Darwin University Danala Education and Community Precinct, recognised with a 2025 National Master Builders Award of Excellence.

With operations in both the Northern Territory and Victoria, we deliver high quality projects with a clear focus on buildability, programme certainty and strong on-site execution.

Driven by a commitment to Building Better, DCOH combines experience, innovation and disciplined execution creating lasting value for our clients, partners and the communities we serve.

WHO YOU ARE

This Darwin-based Traffic Controller & Labourer role provides traffic control and hands-on labouring support across DCOH's construction activities, helping maintain safe vehicle and pedestrian movement while assisting with general site operations.

• Current Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Current Traffic Controller qualification and relevant traffic management accreditation
• Previous traffic control, construction, labouring or site-based experience is advantageous
• Ability to safely direct vehicles, construction traffic and pedestrians around active work areas
• Ability to follow traffic management plans, site instructions and safety procedures
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking approach to work
• Ability to communicate clearly with drivers, pedestrians, supervisors and site personnel
• Good awareness of safe manual handling practices
• Physical fitness and ability to undertake manual labouring activities
• Ability to work outdoors and in a fast-paced construction environment
• Positive attitude and willingness to support broader site activities as required

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Perform traffic control duties in accordance with approved traffic management plans and site requirements

• Direct and manage vehicle, construction traffic and pedestrian movements around active work areas

• Operate traffic control equipment and signage as required

• Monitor traffic conditions and maintain safe access to and from construction work areas

• Communicate clearly with drivers, pedestrians, plant operators and site personnel

• Assist with the installation, monitoring and removal of traffic control signage and devices

• Identify and report traffic hazards, unsafe conditions and changes affecting traffic management

• Assist with general labouring duties across active construction sites

• Support trades and supervisors with day-to-day construction activities

• Load, unload and move materials, tools and equipment as required

• Maintain clean, safe and organised work areas

• Assist with site set-up, housekeeping and general maintenance tasks

• Attend site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings

• Comply with all site safety requirements, procedures and policies

• Report hazards, incidents and unsafe conditions promptly

• Assist with receiving, handling and storing site materials and deliveries

• Work collaboratively with trades, supervisors and other site personnel

• Follow safe work practices and remain alert to changing site and traffic conditions

• Contribute positively to team culture and site productivity

• Support the successful delivery of construction works through reliable day-to-day traffic control and labouring assistance

• WHAT’S NEXT

• If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and cover letter which describes who you are and addresses the criteria detailed above.