Title:  Traffic Engineer/Officer

About Us

The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.

Transport Services is a Group within the Department of Transport and Planning is responsible for delivering safe, reliable and accessible transport infrastructure and services to all Victorians.

Metropolitan Transport Division in Transport Services Group maintains and renews existing assets and plans, develops and delivers upgrades to the metropolitan road network, pedestrian and cycling infrastructure.

We’re focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

About the Role

The Traffic Engineer role sits within the Movement & Safety team within the Inner Metro Branch of Metro Transport Division. This team plays a critical role in collaborating with a range of internal and external stakeholders (including the community) to better understand transport network problems and determine solutions that also align with Safe System principles and Movement & Place aspirations. This includes making decisions with understanding and alignment with broader transport network objectives and working with internal partners to help guide project pipeline priorities.

The role of Traffic Engineer will provide sound advice to internal and external customers on complex matters relating to road safety, traffic, and road design standards while promoting a culture of innovation.

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Position Outcomes / Accountabilities

• Understanding and contributing to our key culture focus areas and being aware of one’s own behaviours and impact to support a constructive way of working for individuals and teams.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on various and moderately complex transport and safety matters under broad supervision and coordinate internal teams where required.
• Work with key internal and external stakeholders to develop solutions to moderately complex transport and safety problems while aligning with key strategic objectives.
• Understanding community and stakeholder needs to determine matters of importance and prioritise effort and workload accordingly to meet agreed timeframes and quality standards. 
• Coordinate the development and delivery of network safety and operational improvements in accordance with relevant road safety standards and DTP procurement systems
• Interpret standards and guidelines and apply problem solving approaches and judgment in response to transport and safety matters under broad supervision while challenging traditional thinking where appropriate.

Key Selection Criteria

The Department of Transport and Planning is seeking a skilled Traffic Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will use your strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills to understand and address the needs of various stakeholders, tailoring communication to ensure effective service delivery and fostering positive relationships. You will also employ critical thinking and problem-solving skills to find solutions within policy and process guidelines, seeking guidance when necessary to resolve issues and improve outcomes.

You will contribute to project delivery by executing tasks according to established plans, prioritizing work based on urgency and impact, and maintaining accurate project records. Your ability to influence and persuade stakeholders will be crucial in adding value and addressing concerns, ensuring client and stakeholder satisfaction. If you are ready to apply your skills in a dynamic and impactful environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Personal Attributes

On a personal level, the candidate will be flexible and adaptable, open to new ideas and willing to develop and apply new skills. They will work collaboratively, cooperating with others to achieve team goals, sharing information, and offering support when needed.

Qualifications and Experience

Mandatory

• Tertiary qualification or a relevant or a related discipline.

Desirable

• Experience relevant to the accountabilities and capabilities of the role.

What we offer

• Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable
• Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
• A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
• Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
• We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture

Culture Value

We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.

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Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 18th of May 2025. 

Please include a resume and cover letter. All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We’re unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

For further information about the role please contact Manawa Herath- Senior Traffic Engineer via manawa.herath@transport.vic.gov.au.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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