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-focusedTraffic Engineerto 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.

- 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 ******@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Breanna *************@ssc.nsw.gov.au, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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