In short: East Coast Traffic Control opened a new depot on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, led by Area Manager Darin Downton. The post advertised traffic controller roles in Grafton, Armidale, Inverell, Kempsey and Coffs Harbour for people holding a White Card and current accreditation. Roles change often; see the employment page for current opportunities.
East Coast Traffic Control is proud to announce the opening of our newest depot in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales. Led by local Area Manager Darin Downton, the new site reflects our commitment to building regional teams where the work is, and right now, we're hiring.
Update: roles change often. See current opportunities on the employment page.
We're currently looking for qualified traffic controllers across Grafton, Armidale, Inverell, Kempsey and Coffs Harbour. If you're already accredited and looking for consistent work close to home, we want to hear from you.
Work locally with a team that backs locals
With road upgrades, civil projects, and public events increasing across northern NSW, the need for reliable traffic control is only growing. Our new depot allows us to support these projects with crews who live in the region and understand the roads, weather and community dynamics.
Why work with ECTC?
- We prioritise local crews who know their region
- Our Mid North Coast depot is managed by local leader Darin Downton
- We support a mix of council works, civil infrastructure and event traffic
- You'll be joining a well-established team with real opportunities for consistent shifts
Where we're hiring right now
- Grafton: Council works, regional upgrades and flood response
- Armidale: Roadworks and detour support
- Inverell: Civil jobs and state-funded programs
- Kempsey: Local events and minor works
- Coffs Harbour: Growing activity across both public and private projects
Already qualified? Let's chat
If you've already completed your White Card and hold current traffic controller accreditation (such as TC1), we'd love to hear from you. While we don't deliver training, we can point new applicants in the right direction if you're just starting out.
We're especially looking for people with a positive attitude, strong safety awareness and a willingness to show up and represent their community well.
Built for regional work
This depot isn't just an operational move. It's a long-term investment in local capability. Hiring locally allows us to respond faster, support councils more effectively, and keep costs down for our clients.
It also gives local workers a reliable, professional opportunity to stay and work in their own community.
Meet your Area Manager: Darin Downton
Darin brings extensive experience in traffic operations and local deployment. He's based in the region, knows the work, and is already coordinating shifts for upcoming projects. Whether you're in Grafton, Kempsey or further inland, Darin's your go-to for local support, onboarding and scheduling.
FAQs
What qualifications do I need to apply?
You'll need a White Card and current traffic controller accreditation. Reliable transport is also important.
Is the work consistent?
Yes. We're actively scheduling crews across multiple towns with steady civil and council work.
Do I need to be experienced?
You need to be accredited, but new starters with the right attitude are welcome to apply. We'll guide you through next steps and help you get site-ready.
Who manages the depot?
Our Mid North Coast operations are led by Area Manager Darin Downton.
Which areas are most in demand?
Right now, Grafton, Armidale and Coffs Harbour are particularly busy, with more work forecast through Kempsey and Inverell.
