Traffic Management Implementer

To become an accredited Traffic Management Implementer in Queensland, you must complete an approved TMI training course delivered by a TMR-approved provider. To enrol, you must meet all of the following criteria:

Identity & education

• Have completed Year 10 in the Australian school system or equivalent
• Have language, literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to ACSF Level 2
• Provide your Unique Student Identifier (USI)
• Provide Australian legal photo identification for assessment
• Hold a General Construction Induction Card (White or Blue Card)

Driving & transport

• Have held a valid open or provisional driver’s licence in the last 5 years
• Have your own reliable transport

Health & clearances

• Meet the medical fitness criteria
• Meet the criminal history requirements (last 10 years)
• Meet the traffic history requirements (last 5 years)
• Have your own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for placement

Course components you must complete

• 3 on-the-job set-ups within 3 months (students arrange these directly with a Traffic Management Company)
• Working in Proximity to Traffic — Awareness Part 1 (TMR online test)
• Working in Proximity to Traffic — Awareness Part 2: Works Protection Method (TMR online test)

View the Working in Proximity tests →

TMI — Part 1 (Theory)

An 8-hour instructor-led session covering lectures, group discussions, and a written assessment focused on traffic management plan implementation.

TMI — Part 2 (Practical)

You must implement traffic management plans safely on at least 3 separate live traffic projects, completing the requirements detailed in the next section. These are arranged by you with a Traffic Management Company within 3 months of completing the theory.

TMI assessment includes:

Implement traffic management plans safely on 3 separate live traffic projects, including:

• At least 2 of: lane closure, lateral shift, or implementing a TMP at an intersection
• At least 1 project controlling site construction vehicles

During the above, you’ll need to:

• Locate and apply required legislation, documentation, policies and procedures
• Work with traffic control personnel to implement and complete the TMP and TGS
• Confirm all necessary resources are available, including qualified personnel
• Confirm all personnel understand and can implement their roles, tasks, safety and reporting requirements
• Communicate with others to resolve resourcing and coordination requirements
• Confirm unattended sites and shut-down procedures are completed per the TMP/TGS
• Comply with written and verbal reporting requirements, including reporting offending road users

RIIWHS302E — Implement traffic management plans

Read and execute traffic management plans (TMPs) and Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS) on civil construction sites.

RIIRIS301E — Apply risk management processes

Identify hazards, assess risks, implement controls, and monitor outcomes on live worksites.

Full unit list to be confirmed by client.

Working as a Traffic Controller, you’ll need the following PPE before commencing on-site work:

• Hi-Vis uniform (shirt + pants)
• Steel-capped work boots
• Hard hat (Type 1 or Type 2)
• 2-way radio
• Stop/Slow bat

Approximate total: $600 – $700.

ACTA Group works closely with National Work Wear and we’ll provide you with a 20% discount code when you attend your course.

The TMR Industry Authority Card is the licence that legally authorises you to work in traffic control. It’s separate from your training and is paid directly to the Department of Transport and Main Roads after course completion — not collected by ACTA.

• 3-year licence: $273.90 (includes $47.65 CrimTrac background check fee)
• Replacement card: $82.10

We provide all the documentation and guide you through the application process during your course.

If you’ve already completed equivalent units of competency with another RTO, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (no fee, no reassessment required) or Recognition of Prior Learning (assessment of existing skills and experience).

Both options must be applied for before commencement of training delivery. Speak to our enrolment team about your existing qualifications when booking — we’ll help identify what may be eligible.

Learn more about RPL & Credit Transfer →

We provide reasonable adjustments and additional support for students who need it, including:

• Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support during course delivery
• Reasonable adjustments for students with disability or specific learning needs
• Wellbeing support — referrals to Beyond Blue, Lifeline, and other appropriate services if you’re experiencing personal difficulties
• One-on-one trainer support throughout your placement

Contact our team before enrolment to discuss any support needs — we’ll work with you to ensure you’re set up to succeed.

• Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast (QLD) — primary training facility, weekly intakes — 4/19 Central Drive, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
• Salisbury, Brisbane (QLD) — by request for group bookings — 460/492 Beaudesert Road, Salisbury QLD 4107
• Onsite training — we come to you for corporate / group bookings

This course requires a minimum of 4 students for the class to proceed. If your preferred date doesn’t reach minimum numbers, we’ll move you to the next available intake at no charge.

Corporate packages and group booking discounts are available — contact us for a quote.

Standard cancellation and transfer policy applies. Full details are provided in your enrolment confirmation, and our complete Refund Policy is available on our Refund Policy page — please review before enrolling. For specific questions about your situation, please contact our team.