Graeme Phillips Email & Phone Number

Professional SummaryExperienced Traffic Management Practitioner with over 17 years in the industry, currently Managing Director at West Coast Traffic Plans. Specializing in designing Traffic Management Plans (TMPs) for major companies, I ensure compliance with industry standards and optimize traffic flow. Proven expertise in leadership, team building, and training, with a strong background across reputable companies in Western Australia.Professional ExperienceWest Coast Traffic Plans – Managing DirectorSeptember 2023 – PresentLead the design of TMPs for major clients, ensuring compliance and safety while managing a team of professionals.Overwatch Traffic Services – Service ManagerJune 2020 – August 2023Led teams to implement traffic management strategies for major projects, developing and delivering effective TMPs.JAG Traffic – Traffic Management PlannerJuly 2014 – December 2019Produced Generic, Site Specific, and Complex TMPs for MRWA, responsible for all TMPs to DM Roads during the first year.TRG – Operations ManagerJuly 2011 – July 2014Developed a traffic management company from six staff to a $1.2 million business, managing teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering effective TMPs.QTM – Senior Traffic Management PractitionerOctober 2007 – July 2011Oversaw major events and daily traffic operations, maintaining staff levels and ensuring seamless project execution.Military ServiceServed in the Australian Army (1977-1988) in both the Reserve and Regular Army, developing strong leadership and planning skills which transitioned into my professional career.Professional TransitionFollowing military service, I worked in the construction industry (1988-2007) before moving into traffic management, using my experience to manage roadworks and safety operations.Certifications• WTM – 2008• AWTM – 2011• AWTM Refresher – 2024 (5th Refresher)Professional Affiliations• President, TMA WA (defunct)• Interim Board Member, TMAAContributions to Industry• Subject Matter Expert, Skills Australia• Advisory Group Member, Traffic Management WA (2013-2019)• Working Group Member, Traffic Management Company Registration in WASkills• Traffic Management Planning• Team Leadership & Development• Regulatory ComplianceEducationYear 10 High School (1973-1975)CERT 3 (Solid) Wall Plastering (1976-1981)

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