Sarah Anderson
Sydenham,VIC
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in traffic control and road maintenance, notably with Phoenix Traffic & Labour. Excelled in implementing safety measures and enhancing operational efficiency through expert traffic monitoring and maintenance coordination. Demonstrated exceptional teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities, contributing to the successful completion of numerous projects.
Reliable professional skilled at directing and controlling traffic flow for vehicles and pedestrians. Proficient in use of hand signals and radios to communicate effectively with drivers. Uses understanding of traffic regulations and traffic engineering principles to uphold highest standards of safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traffic Controller & Labourer
Phoenix Traffic & Labour
04.2024 - Current
- Communicated with team members using hand signals and radios.
- Partnered with crew members to use stop and slow paddles for multi-directional traffic control.
- Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
- Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
- Placed cones, signs and barrels to keep vehicles out of dangerous spaces.
- Directed traffic in construction sites to maintain safe conditions for workers and motorists.
- Maintained a safe work environment for construction crews by implementing appropriate traffic control measures during projects.
- Stood for Number hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
- Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
- Supported road maintenance activities, establishing safe zones for workers and machinery.
- Enhanced driver awareness of construction zones, placing and maintaining clear signage.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges such as severe weather or accidents, promptly adjusting strategies to maintain smooth traffic flow.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations through the strict enforcement of traffic laws and permit requirements within construction zones.
- Contributed to the successful completion of numerous construction projects by providing reliable traffic management solutions in adherence to project timelines and budgets.
- Recorded truck entries and exits to maintain accurate logs.
- Managed gate operations to ensure smooth traffic flow and safety.
- Directed crane assembly and dismantle traffic, ensuring efficient workflow and safety compliance.
- Coordinated rail traffic to ensure safe and efficient train operations.
- Managed the safe and efficient removal of level crossings to ensure uninterrupted traffic flow and public safety.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Executed demolition tasks efficiently, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Executed general labor tasks to support traffic management operations.
Road Maintenance Worker
Ventia
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Assisted with traffic control during construction projects, promoting the safety of workers and motorists alike.
- Ensured proper signage installation and maintenance, facilitating clear communication of traffic rules and directions to drivers.
- Conducted routine equipment checks and performed minor repairs on machinery, ensuring optimal functionality throughout operations.
- Maintained roadside vegetation by trimming trees, shrubs, and grasses to ensure clear visibility for motorists.
- Minimized hazards for pedestrians by repairing damaged sidewalks, installing crosswalks, or adding accessibility features where needed.
- Promoted teamwork within the crew by assisting coworkers with tasks such as loading/unloading equipment or providing guidance when necessary.
- Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
- Completed attractive roadside landscaping through timely mowing, weed removal and new plantings to beautify local roadways.
Warehouse Worker
Action Workforce
06.2015 - 05.2021
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
- Achieved timely dispatch of orders using effective time management strategies during the picking process.
- Maximized available storage space by utilizing vertical stacking techniques when arranging inventory items.
- Enhanced order fulfillment accuracy, double-checking each order against its picking list.
- Reduced order processing times with meticulous attention to order picking and packaging.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
Education
Sale Catholic College
Sale, VICCertificate IV - Veterinary Nursing
Box Hill Institute
Melbourne, VIC08.2012
Skills
- Two-way radio proficiency
- Valid state driver's license
- Radio communication
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Traffic monitoring
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Street closure procedures
- Maintenance coordination
- Teamwork
- Hand and power tools
- Visual observation
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
Certification
- Construction induction card (White) WorkSafe issued: 24/07/2023 Registration number: 000573363401
- Traffic Management Multi Skills Training issued: 01/08/2023 Card number: 143109859312808
- CFMEU membership union number: 326436 CRN: 32984841
- Rail inducted worker (RIW) card number: 20-00284599 Expires: 27/06/2029
- Safely work in the rail corridor (SWIRC) Metro Academy
References
- Marty Magro CFMEU Shop Stewart Ph: 0411 359 639
- Casey Bell Traffic Controller/Co-worker Phoneix Traffic & Labour Ph: 0412 470 839
Timeline
Traffic Controller & Labourer
Phoenix Traffic & Labour
04.2024 - Current
Road Maintenance Worker
Ventia
03.2021 - 03.2024
Warehouse Worker
Action Workforce
06.2015 - 05.2021
Sale Catholic College
Certificate IV - Veterinary Nursing
Box Hill Institute
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