Title:  Traffic Management Officer - Gippsland

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 Traffic Management Officer (TMO) is responsible for processing of Memorandum of Authorisation (MOA) for Temporary Traffic Management applications, including undertaking assessments within the predefined timeframes and to standards, considering the planned events scheduled within the transport network and impact of individual and cumulative network impacts through events and temporary traffic management.

The Traffic Management Officer assesses and processes temporary traffic management and road reserve applications, ensuring they meet requirements and are completed within agreed timeframes. You will assess planned disruptions, consider their impact on the road network and recommend practical solutions to manage risks. You will provide advice and support to transport operators, project teams, government departments, customers and other stakeholders. Working collaboratively and using sound judgement, you will help balance customer needs with road safety and network efficiency. Success means well-managed disruptions, protected road assets, safe road operations and positive outcomes for stakeholders.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria) 

You’re someone who: 

• Enjoys solving problems and uses policies, processes and sound judgement to make considered decisions.
• Can plan, prioritise and deliver tasks accurately and on time, in line with legislation, policies and procedures.
• Works collaboratively with others, shares information and contributes positively to team goals.
• Can communicate clearly and effectively, tailoring information to different audiences.
• Is customer and stakeholder focused, responsive to needs, follows through on requests and strives to deliver high-quality outcomes.

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Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• Traffic Management Designer Qualifications (Desirable)
• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in Civil/Transport engineering or relevant experience (Mandatory)

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 

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, 8 September 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 Richard O'Brien, Manager Road Safety and Transport at Richard.O'Brien@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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