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Service

Traffic Controllers for Hire

Need controllers this week? We provide ticketed, AGTTM-trained traffic controllers on short notice via a VicRoads pre-qualified company. All staff arrive fully equipped with PPE, radios, and signage as required.

  • Short-notice and ongoing placements
  • Fully ticketed and insured crews
  • PPE and equipment supplied
  • Single controllers through to full teams

What's included

Everything in scope.

  • Ticketed Traffic Controllers (current ticket + White Card)
  • Optional TMI supervisor for longer or larger jobs
  • PPE, radios, signage, cones included
  • Single controllers through to full crews
  • Day, night, weekend, and short-notice shifts

How it works

Process.

  1. 1

    Tell us what you need

    Location, dates, number of controllers, shift times.

  2. 2

    We confirm

    Crew availability confirmed, mobilisation plan agreed.

  3. 3

    Crew dispatched

    With full equipment, briefed before site arrival.

  4. 4

    On site

    Daily check-in with your supervisor. Variation requests handled directly.

Compliance

All controllers hold current Traffic Controller tickets under the AGTTM National Training Framework, plus Construction Induction (White Card). MLA Traffic is on the VicRoads pre-qualification register for Traffic Management Implementation (TMI), Categories 1 & 2.

Turnaround

24-hour notice ideal for predictable bookings; under 2-hour mobilisation for confirmed emergency callouts within metro Melbourne.

FAQ

Frequently asked.

What's the minimum hire?
Typically a minimum 4-hour shift. Shorter hires can be arranged at premium rates for specific scenarios.
Can controllers work nights and weekends?
Yes — we run day, night, and weekend shifts. After-hours and weekend rates carry penalty loadings reflecting award rates; we quote up front.
Do you supply equipment, or do we?
We supply standard equipment (PPE, radios, signage, cones, stop/slow bats). For specialised equipment (VMS boards, lighting towers, large barriers) we either supply or coordinate hire as needed.
Can I request specific controllers for an ongoing project?
Yes — we maintain crew continuity for ongoing projects where possible, with supervisor coverage for backfills.
What ticket do your controllers hold?
Current Traffic Controller ticket per the AGTTM National Training Framework, plus Construction Induction (White Card). TMIs hold the Traffic Management Implementer credential additionally.

Need traffic management fast?

Day or night, metro or regional Victoria — we're ready. Call now or request a quote online.