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Shea Wharematua Thompson

Napier City,HKB

Summary

Professional with strong background in traffic management and logistics. Adept at coordinating and optimizing traffic flow, ensuring safety and efficiency. Skilled in team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on achieving results. Reliable, analytical, and equipped with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Traffic Management Specialist

Central Temporary Traffic Management
04.2024 - Current
  • Implemented effective public outreach campaigns that educated drivers about new or updated traffic regulations, fostering compliance and roadway safety.
  • Streamlined transportation processes for enhanced commuter experience by coordinating with local authorities and external agencies.
  • Improved traffic flow by designing and implementing efficient traffic management plans.
  • Managed resource allocation effectively across multiple simultaneous projects without compromising quality or results-driven focus in each instance.
  • Optimized road network efficiency, implementing data-driven strategies to alleviate congestion during peak hours.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to evaluate the effectiveness of existing traffic control measures, implementing adjustments as needed to optimize performance.
  • Reduced accident rates through proactive identification and resolution of potential traffic hazards.
  • Communicated with team members using hand signals and radios.
  • Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
  • Partnered with crew members to use stop and slow paddles for multi-directional traffic control.
  • Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
  • Placed cones, signs and barrels to keep vehicles out of dangerous spaces.
  • Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
  • Updated signage with correct speeds and delay warnings based on daily conditions.

Wool Presser

Huntersville Shearing (Peter Cook)
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Folded, hanged and bagged completed clothing.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment for optimal efficiency and safety.
  • Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
  • Gained expertise in handling delicate fabrics, preventing damage during pressing procedures.

Site Traffic Management Specialist

T8 Traffic Control Ltd
09.2021 - 11.2023
  • Optimized road network efficiency, implementing data-driven strategies to alleviate congestion during peak hours.
  • Facilitated training sessions for staff members on various aspects of traffic management practices, fostering a culture of continuous professional growth and development.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to evaluate the effectiveness of existing traffic control measures, implementing adjustments as needed to optimize performance.
  • Managed resource allocation effectively across multiple simultaneous projects without compromising quality or results-driven focus in each instance.
  • Ensured strict adherence to regulatory requirements pertaining to construction zones concerning work zone safety controls such as proper detour routing.
  • Reduced accident rates through proactive identification and resolution of potential traffic hazards.
  • Communicated with team members using hand signals and radios.

Site Traffic Management Specialist

T8 Traffic Control Ltd
11.2019 - 09.2021
  • Optimized road network efficiency, implementing data-driven strategies to alleviate congestion during peak hours.
  • Facilitated training sessions for staff members on various aspects of traffic management practices, fostering a culture of continuous professional growth and development.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to evaluate the effectiveness of existing traffic control measures, implementing adjustments as needed to optimize performance.
  • Managed resource allocation effectively across multiple simultaneous projects without compromising quality or results-driven focus in each instance.

Traffic Controller

T8 Traffic Control Ltd
02.2018 - 11.2019
  • 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.
  • Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
  • 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 2.5 hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
  • Trained new traffic controllers to properly use traffic control devices and apply best practices.

Education

Skills

  • Work zone safety and pedestrian safety
  • Valid full class 2 driver's license
  • Traffic control supervisor, team leadership, emergency response management & teamwork and collaboration, suburban and highway experience
  • Radio communication & GPS expertise, pilot communication
  • Traffic safety expert, analysis, traffic control, monitoring and data collection
  • Reliability, verbal and written communication, attention to detail, time management, problem solving

Timeline

Site Traffic Management Specialist

Central Temporary Traffic Management
04.2024 - Current

Wool Presser

Huntersville Shearing (Peter Cook)
11.2023 - 02.2024

Site Traffic Management Specialist

T8 Traffic Control Ltd
09.2021 - 11.2023

Site Traffic Management Specialist

T8 Traffic Control Ltd
11.2019 - 09.2021

Traffic Controller

T8 Traffic Control Ltd
02.2018 - 11.2019
Shea Wharematua Thompson