Senior Traffice Engineer

A leading local government organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Traffic Engineer to join its Engineering and City Services division. This role offers the opportunity to influence the safety, efficiency and sustainability of a growing urban transport network while contributing to long‑term community outcomes.

About the Role

The Senior Traffic Engineer will lead complex investigations and deliver high‑quality traffic, transport, parking and public lighting solutions. You will play a key role in planning and prioritising capital works programs, developing concept designs, and providing expert technical advice across the organisation.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, values community-focused outcomes, and enjoys balancing technical expertise with stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct complex investigations into traffic, transport and parking matters, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, standards and codes. "Undertake complex investigations into traffic and parking, developing solutions and make recommendations…"

• Plan, prioritise and prepare capital works programs for transport-related assets.

• Lead Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) studies, including workshops, community engagement and Council reporting.

• Provide expert technical advice to internal teams, elected members, government agencies and the community.

• Review and contribute to guidelines, strategies and policies relating to transport and traffic management.

• Develop concept plans for traffic control devices, parking interventions, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and road safety improvements.

• Support senior leaders in delivering infrastructure services and implementing strategic transport initiatives.

Essential Criteria

• Degree in Civil Engineering

• Extensive experience in traffic engineering

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Workzone Traffic Management - Statement of Attainment

• High proficiency with IT systems including Office 365 and GIS

• Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret traffic data

• Comprehensive knowledge of Australian Standards, Australian Road Rules and traffic control device requirements

• Ability to work effectively with staff, management and elected representatives

• Strong report writing and concept design capabilities

• Initiative, flexibility and a commitment to continuous improvement

Desirable Criteria

• Qualifications in Project Management or Asset Management

• Knowledge of local government operations

• Experience with GIS systems and local road networks

Additional Requirements

• Valid, full (unrestricted) driver's licence

• Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance and medical assessment

• Legal right to work in Australia

• Commitment to safe work practices, ethical conduct and organisational values

Why Join This Organisation

You will be part of a team dedicated to creating a liveable, sustainable and connected community. The organisation values collaboration, respect, continuous improvement and delivering high‑quality outcomes for residents.

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at adjustments@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.