Division/Section: Infrastructure and Operations - Engineering and Asset Infrastructure Planning
Position Type:permeant Full Time (9 day
fortnight, *****hours/week)
Salary Range: LGO6 -$102,639 - $109,563 per
annum + super,
Location:Townsville
Application Close: 11:45pm, Wednesday 19 August
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About the Role
As the Technical Officer - Transport, you will play a key role
in shaping the future of Townsville's transport network by
providing expert technical and engineering advice on transport
infrastructure across the city.
Working within the Engineering
Advice Team, you will support the planning, assessment and
improvement of roads, traffic networks, accessibility
infrastructure and transport-related projects that benefit our
growing community.
You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, external
agencies and the wider community to identify transport
infrastructure needs, develop concept solutions, prepare funding
submissions and provide specialist advice that informs future
capital works planning and service delivery.
This is an exciting
opportunity to contribute to a customer-focused team dedicated to
delivering sustainable, safe and innovative transport outcomes for
Townsville.
About you:
We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled professional
who can apply sound engineering principles to deliver practical and
customer-focused transport infrastructure solutions.
You will
bring:
Qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related
engineering discipline, or significant relevant industry
experience.
Experience in transport planning, road and traffic network
design, and public infrastructure projects.
Solid knowledge of relevant legislation, Australian
Standards, Austroads Guides, Department of Transport and Main
Roads manuals, and disability access requirements.
Experience providing technical advice and recommendations




on transport infrastructure and accessibility compliance
matters.
The ability to analyse complex issues and develop
innovative, practical solutions.
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills,
with the ability to build effective working relationships
across a diverse range of groups.
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with
the ability to manage competing priorities and meet
deadlines.
Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, SketchUp
and the Microsoft Office Suite.
A commitment to safety, continuous improvement and
delivering outcomes that place the community and customer at
the centre of decision-making.
A White Card and current Queensland C Class Driver
Licence
For further information review the Position
Description.
Townsville City Council is the largest local government
authority in Northern Australia.
We're committed to supporting our
people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and
inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful
impact in our community.
We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
14 weeks paid Parental Leave
Domestic and Family Violence Leave
Natural Disaster Leave
Annual wage progression
Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for
contributing members
Salary Sacrifice opportunities
Access to a range of learning and development
opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal
training programs




Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to
selected health and wellbeing facilities
Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected
local businesses
Employee Assistance Program
* The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for
contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary
time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6%
of their ordinary time earnings.
Contact Person:Cordelia
Contact
Email:******
How to Apply
Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button.
Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your
skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve
success in this role.
We also will require your resume which should
confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.
For further information review the Position
Description.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace
where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
are valued, encouraged, and respected.
People from diverse
backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and
sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic
backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged
to apply!
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and
alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process.
Please be aware
Townsville City Council has a 'zero tolerance' policy to drugs and
alcohol in the workplace.
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment
process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility
requirements, please contact *****************
or phone ************ for a confidential discussion.
Attachments:
- N***** - Tchnical Officer Transport Updated Position Description.pdf

📌 Technical Officer Transport (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville City Council
📍 Townsville