Traffic Specialist
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We are seeking an experienced Traffic Diversion & Road Safety Supervisor to join our project execution team.
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Overview
We are seeking an experienced
Traffic Diversion & Road Safety Supervisor
to join our project execution team.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in implementing traffic diversion plans, managing road safety compliance, and coordinating site activities in accordance with UAE authority standards and highway safety regulations.
The role requires solid practical knowledge of authority-approved drawings and procedures, as well as experience working with multiple stakeholders to ensure safe and compliant traffic management during construction activities.
Key Responsibilitie
- sExecute and supervise traffic diversion works on highways, main roads, and urban roads
- .Implement approved traffic management plans in accordance with authority requirements
- .Coordinate daily with site teams, subcontractors, and stores for materials, equipment, and diversion setup
- .Ensure full compliance with authority-approved drawings and specifications
- .Review and implement traffic diversion drawings and approvals from
- :RTA (Dubai Roads & Transport Authority
- )SRTA (Sharjah Roads & Transport Authority
- )DMT (Department of Municipalities and Transport – Abu Dhabi
- )ADM (Abu Dhabi Municipality
- )Ensure proper application of UAE Highway Safety Manual and local road safety regulations
- .Monitor site safety compliance during all diversion activities and road works execution
- .Supervise installation and maintenance of traffic control devices and safety systems
- .
Equipment & Materials Experience Requir
- edCrash Cushions (Temporary & Permanent system
- s)TMA (Truck Mounted Attenuator
- s)Traffic cones, barriers, and delineato
- rsWater-filled barriers and concrete barrie
- rsRoad signs and diversion signage syste
- msTemporary road marking and reflective devic
- esTraffic control lighting systems and warning devic
- esLane closure systems and diversion setu
- ps
Technical & Compliance Requireme
- ntsStrong knowledge of authority permit processes and NOC requiremen
- ts.
Experience
- ensuring compliance with approved traffic diversion drawin
- gs.Understanding of UAE highway safety standards and construction zone safety requiremen
- ts.Ability to identify non-compliance and implement corrective actions immediate
- ly.
Coordination & Execu
- tionCoordinate with project managers, engineers, and procurement/store te
- ams.Ensure timely availability of diversion materials and safety equipment on s
- ite.Supervise manpower allocation for diversion setup and remo
- val.Liaise with authorities during inspections and site approv
- als.Ensure smooth transition between phases of construction and traffic diversion chan
- ges.
& Exper
- ienceMinimum 3–5 years of UAE experience in traffic diversion or road safety supervi
- sion.
Experience
- working on highway or major infrastructure projects is manda
- tory.Strong knowledge of UAE authority standards and approval proce
- sses.Practical site-based experience in traffic management implementa
- tion.
Preferred Can
- didateStrong practical site supervision background (not office-only
- role).Excellent understanding of diversion sequencing and safety
- risks.Ability to manage teams under tight schedules and live traffic condi
- tions.Good communication and coordination s
- kills.UAE Driving License pref
- erred.
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