Help Shape the Future of Transport in Sutherland Shire

At Sutherland Shire Council, we're committed to creating a safe, connected and accessible transport network for our growing community. We're looking for a proactive and solutions-focused Traffic Engineer to join our team and help improve how people move throughout the Shire.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of traffic and transport initiatives, from active transport and road safety projects to strategic planning and development assessments. You'll collaborate with experienced professionals and contribute to projects that have a direct impact on the daily lives of our residents, businesses and visitors.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Traffic Engineer, you will:

- Prepare traffic and transport plans, studies and strategies that align with Council priorities and community needs.
- Research, analyse and develop practical solutions to traffic and land-use challenges.
- Provide technical advice and assessment input on development applications, planning proposals and strategic planning documents.
- Assist in the preparation of grant applications to secure external funding for transport and traffic-related projects.
- Plan, assess and design traffic and transport infrastructure, including:

- Bus stops
- Active transport facilities
- Parking facilities
- Road networks
- Traffic management treatments
- Work closely with key stakeholders, including Transport for NSW, NSW Police and other authorities, to support the delivery of transport outcomes across the Shire.

About You

You are a critical thinker who enjoys solving complex problems and working collaboratively to achieve positive community outcomes. You bring a strong technical foundation, coupled with a practical approach to delivering innovative transport solutions.

To be successful, you will have:

- Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience in traffic engineering, transport planning and/or transport operations.
- Strong analytical, investigation and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Why Join Sutherland Shire Council?
- Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community.
- Work alongside a diverse team of technical specialists and industry professionals.
- Gain exposure to a broad range of transport and infrastructure initiatives.
- Be part of a collaborative and supportive workplace committed to innovation and continuous improvement.

If you're passionate about creating safer, smarter and more sustainable transport outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help shape the future of mobility in Sutherland Shire.

Join our Team and Grow with Us

- Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
- Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 16 August 2026
- Package: $103,552 - $109,766 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.



Salary will be determined based on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.
- Hours of work: Permanent Full Time. You will have the option of a 19 day month through Council’s flex system.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Stuart Raven - Chief Engineer via [email protected] for any job specific enquiries.
Breanna Rivers , Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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Please confirm that you have read the position description and meet all essential qualification/licence requirements of the role. * Please note that you will be required to provide evidence of these as part of the recruitment process.* * Yes I meet all essential qualification/licence requirements of the role

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Are you a current employee of Sutherland Shire Council? * * Yes I am a permanent employee




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- Yes I am a casual employee
- No I am not a current employee of Council

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Due to the permanent nature of the position, applicants must hold an Australian/New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency and have unlimited and unrestricted working rights.* * I AM a Permanent Resident or Citizen of Australia or New Zealand
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- Please outline your salary expectations inclusive of super.*
- If your application is successful, do you intend to undertake other work (paid) that relates to the business of the Council or conflicts with the duties of this position? If yes, please provide details. Note: Any other work must be approved prior to an offer of employment. *
- What attracts you to the role of Traffic Engineer and how does your experience align to this role.*
- What traffic modelling software are you proficient in, and how have you utilised it in previous projects to analyse traffic flow and capacity?*
- What strategies do you use to assess and improve traffic flow and congestion in urban environments?

As part of this recruitment process you may be required to participate in pre employment screening which may include but not limited to the following ; Functional Assessment, Reference Checking, Working with Children Check, Qualification or Work Rights Verification and skills assessments. Do you understand and acknowledge this requirement?* * Yes
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- Please advise of any possible conflict of interest which may need to be considered as part of your application. Do you have any relationship with employee/s that are current or have previously been associated with Sutherland Shire Council? This may be a partner, parent, sibling, friend, neighbour and/or previous work colleague. If yes, please disclose details. (Please note: Conflict of interest must be appropriately managed to ensure a consistent and fair recruitment process for all candidates).

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About Sutherland Shire Council

Sutherland Shire is a unique area in greater Sydney. Boasting iconic beaches, stunning coastline, vibrant town centers, and incredible national parks. All just 26 km from the CBD. As one of the largest Councils in NSW, we're home to a growing and connected community of more than 230,000 people.

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