Title:  Senior Road Safety and Transport Engineer

About Us 

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace. 

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work. 
  

About the role 

The Senior Road Safety and Transport Engineer provide specialist road safety and traffic engineering expertise to support the safe and efficient movement of people and goods across regional Victoria. The role works closely with internal teams, councils, and other stakeholders to investigate road safety issues, respond to transport challenges, and develop practical solutions that improve network performance and safety.

The role delivers expert advice on road safety, traffic management, and transport projects, including investigating fatal crashes using Safe System principles. It supports the development of safety treatments, influences transport outcomes through design reviews and business cases, and uses data and stakeholder insights to identify emerging issues, improve decision-making, and drive innovative road safety solutions.
 

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria) 

You’re someone who: 

• Applies strong engineering and transport expertise to develop, assess, and improve road safety and transport solutions that deliver positive community outcomes.
• Builds trusted partnerships and collaborates effectively across teams and stakeholders to achieve shared objectives and influence successful outcomes.
• Uses critical thinking and sound judgement to analyse complex issues, identify root causes, and implement practical, sustainable solutions.
• Navigates organisational and political environments with confidence, considering broader business, community, and stakeholder priorities when making decisions.
• Adapts to changing priorities, influences others effectively, and maintains a strong focus on delivering meaningful outcomes for the community.

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• A bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in a relevant engineering discipline, with experience aligned to the requirements of the role (mandatory).
• A tertiary qualification in engineering, project management, or a related discipline, along with knowledge of road safety accreditation and Safe System principles.
• A current driver’s licence. 

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions  

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required. 

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position. 

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply. 

How to apply 

Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. 

Applications close at 5.00pm on Wed,12 August 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions. 

For further information about the role, please contact Danny Moloney, Manager Road Safety and Transport at Danny.Moloney@transport.vic.gov.au.

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy. 

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