Why Work with Us? At Main Roads we are committed to delivering a world-class road network and creating positive, lasting impacts for WA communities. We play a critical role in overseeing the planning, design, construction, maintenance and operations of major roads and highways across the State. We work closely with our portfolio partners, Department of Transport and Public Transport Authority as well as local governments to support the needs of all road users across the state by providing an integrated world-class road transport network. As we continue to grow and improve, we are seeking an experienced Planning Assessment Coordinator.

About the opportunity

Main Roads is seeking an organised, motivated, and passionate planning professional to join our Road Access and Planning team based in East Perth. This role involves managing a diverse range of planning matters and would suit someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and a agile team. Working across government and with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, this position is ideal for an enthusiastic professional who is committed to coaching, mentoring, and developing team members, while contributing to high-quality planning outcomes. The successful candidate will bring sound knowledge and experience in interpreting and applying legislation, policies, procedures, and standards relevant to transport planning.

- Demonstrated expertise in planning, transport, road design, or traffic engineering.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, with experience in applying planning systems and statutory processes.
- Ability to lead people and manage resources effectively to deliver organisational outcomes.
- Highly developed stakeholder engagement, communication, and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

- Competitive salaries,



including 12% superannuation.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Attractive leave provisions.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Health and wellbeing focus.

We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For questions about the role, please contact Fatima Al Ghanimi on (08) 9323-6138 – not to be contacted for assistance with application. For any general enquires, or if you have any support of access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternative format for submitting your application), contact Marina Nguyen on (08) 9323 6375 email [email protected]

Additional Information

All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process. The successful candidate will be required to complete a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical questionnaire as part of this recruitment process. Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to "similar vacancies" within Main Roads subject to business requirements. To help us find the best candidate we may undertake an executive search.

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📌 Planning Assessment Coordinator (Western Australia)
🏢 Main Roads WA
📍 Western Australia