Title:  Transport Technical Officer Speed Management

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About the role  
This is a Fixed Term role until 30th June 2027
As a Transport Technical Officer, you support and conduct speed zoning projects in line with the Speed Zoning Policy and Technical Guidelines. This includes assessing and reviewing speed limits to balance road safety, traffic efficiency, and community needs, using a risk-based, data-driven approach such as Infrastructure Risk Rating (IRR). You assist LGAs in proactively evaluating local roads for speed adjustments, particularly in areas with changing traffic patterns, urban development, or high pedestrian and cyclist activity. Responsibilities also include preparing compliant signing schemes, managing project delivery, procurement, and reporting, ensuring all speed zoning decisions enhance safety while maintaining efficient traffic flow. 
 
The role is responsible for providing clear, actionable advice on program and project delivery, ensuring stakeholders are informed and supported. It contributes to innovative road safety solutions, applying expertise to plan and manage improvements across the network. The role fosters strong internal and external relationships, building trust and collaboration, while using systematic approaches and advanced problem-solving to identify and address complex transport and safety issues. Responsibilities also include promoting safe, inclusive, and flexible team operations, and undertaking other duties aligned with skills, classification, and organisational priorities. 
  

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria) 
You’re someone who:  

• Understands road safety issues, their underlying causes, and relevant treatments, particularly for speed zones.  

• Partners with stakeholders to co-create solutions, gather insights, and validate strategies within agreed timeframes.  

• Applies critical thinking to resolve issues, interpret guidelines, and make informed decisions.  

• Considers political and organisational contexts, adapting approaches to align with pressures and culture.  

• Uses influence and persuasion to communicate ideas effectively and address objections.  

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, understanding stakeholder perspectives, motivations, and needs to tailor communication and support effective service delivery. 

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Qualifications and experience 
Mandatory   

• Experience relevant to the capabilities of the role, including relevant experience in traffic engineering and/or road safety. 

• Full Victorian Driver's Licence 

• A relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, project management or related discipline.    

Desirable    

• Road Safety accreditation course(s) and understanding of Safe System practices.  

 
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 11.59pm on Monday, 9th April 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 Nick Pugliese - Senior Project Manager – Safer Speed and Crossing, at nick.pugliese@transport.vic.gov.au  

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