- Providing clear advice, training, and education to the public, industry, and government agencies on regulated legislation, standards, and procedures to support safe and compliant road use.
- Undertaking light vehicle and passenger transport vehicle roadside compliance activities, inspections, audits, and basic investigations, including responding to complaints and actioning potential non-compliance.
- Carrying out light vehicle checks frequently using specialised equipment.
- Delivering targeted audits of individuals and operators, including making recommendations for education or further investigation, and undertaking enforcement action.
- Preparing and maintaining accurate records and documentation.
- Compiling briefs of evidence and providing informed advice to Senior Transport Inspectors on appropriate enforcement outcomes.
- Undertaking enforcement action where necessary including the issuing of Penalty Infringement Notices and representing the department at hearings when required on matters relating to offences.
- Contributing to compliance strategies, including recommending enhancements to legislation, policies, and procedures.

Mandatory qualifications and conditions

- Applicants must hold a current unrestricted ‘C' class driver licence.
- Traffic history and criminal history checks will be undertaken as part of the selection process.




- Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a psychometric assessment.
- Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and health assessment.
- Current permanent employees of the Queensland Government will be subject to a six-month probationary period.
- Successful applicants will receive comprehensive on-the-job training, including training to support the delivery of vehicle inspections, audits, and investigations.
- Successful applicants must complete the Transport Inspector Recruit Course (TIRC), a structured training and assessment program. Upon successful completion, they will be appointed as an Authorised Officer and Authorised Person (without restrictions), enabling them to perform the full duties of a Transport Inspector under the following legislation:Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 (TORUM)Tow Truck Act 2023Transport Operations (Passenger Transport) Act 1994 (TOPTA)Transport Infrastructure Act 1994.

Desirable qualifications and conditions

- Relevant qualifications, certifications, or practical experience in:- Auditing; and/or- Investigations; and/or- Mechanical experience that supports vehicle inspection and assessment activities.

Applications to remain current for 12 monthsJob Ad Reference: QLD/700028/26 Closing Date: Friday, 18 September 2026

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📌 Transport Inspector (Townsville)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Townsville