It's an exciting time to join the City.
As we bring the Council Plan ********* to life, we are growing and reshaping our organisation to better deliver on the priorities that matter most to our community.
That means new opportunities for people who want to contribute to meaningful work, help shape how we deliver services, and be part of a team building for the future.
Joining us now means stepping into an organisation with ambition, momentum and a clear sense of purpose.
You'll be part of a team committed to making a real difference for our community and helping create a connected, resilient and thriving future for the City.
About the Role
As the Principal Engineer, you will provide senior, City-wide leadership across road and traffic engineering, driving the strategic planning, performance and long-term sustainability of the City's transport network.
You will play a key role in shaping future road and traffic programs by translating technical analysis, traffic modelling, road safety audits and asset performance data into evidence-based investment recommendations.
Working closely with internal stakeholders, Main Roads WA, funding bodies and regional partners, you will influence strategic decisions that support community growth, network resilience and long-term infrastructure performance.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineering leader to make a significant impact on the City's road network, asset management practices and infrastructure planning outcomes.
What You'll Be Doing




Lead the development of long-term road and traffic improvement programs aligned with network performance, safety and risk priorities
Provide expert technical advice and strategic recommendations to senior leadership, Council and key stakeholders
Maintain and govern the City's road, traffic and subdivision engineering standards, specifications and policies
Coordinate traffic planning, modelling studies and Road Safety Audits, translating findings into prioritised capital investment programs
Manage strategic stakeholder relationships with Main Roads WA, funding agencies and regional partners to secure funding and deliver network outcomes
Provide leadership, guidance and mentoring to engineering staff while supporting effective project delivery, asset management and continuous improvement initiatives
What We're Looking For
Degree-qualified Civil Engineer with substantial experience in road, traffic and civil infrastructure engineering, ideally within a Local Government environment
Demonstrated experience leading complex engineering programs, infrastructure planning initiatives and risk-based asset investment decisions
Strong knowledge of road network planning, traffic engineering principles, road safety,



asset condition assessment and infrastructure maintenance practices
Proven ability to develop engineering standards, policies, specifications and governance frameworks that support organisational objectives
Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication and negotiation skills, with experience influencing senior leaders, external agencies and funding bodies
Robust leadership capability with experience mentoring technical teams and managing multiple priorities, budgets and projects in a complex environment
Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar senior engineering role
Significant experience within civil infrastructure, road and traffic engineering
Current C Class Driver's Licence and a National Police Clearance (within six months)
Project Management qualifications highly regarded
Why Join Us?
6 weeks annual leave and 13% superannuation
Housing & Relocation packages negotiable
Allowances of up to $25,103 per annum
Enjoy your own Free individual membership to our recreation centres and pool facilities, and access $500 of Salary Sacrifice arrangements that can be used for specific programmes or family memberships
Up to $3,000 per year for approved study relevant to your role
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential wellbeing support
Opportunities for professional development and to make a meaningful impact in the community
Commitment to employee wellbeing, safety, and continuous improvement
For enquiries about this position, please contact our People & Culture team on
(08) •••• •543

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