Why Work with Us

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 Major Infrastructure, 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 Traffic Services Manager.

Learn more about how Main Roads supports the WA Community below:

About the opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and people-focused leader to join our Network Operations team as a Traffic Services Manager.

This is a rewarding opportunity to lead a specialist team responsible for managing the operational use and safety of Western Australia's road and shared path networks, while influencing outcomes that support safe, efficient and sustainable transport across the State.

In this role, you will lead the delivery of critical traffic management services, including the assessment and approval of signs, pavement markings and traffic signals, the development and implementation of traffic signal and road improvement projects, and the provision of expert road safety and traffic engineering advice on complex traffic matters.

You will also work closely with State and Local Government agencies, reviewing development applications, contributing to policy development and representing Main Roads on traffic-related committees and working groups.

A significant focus of this role is leadership.



You will provide direction, support and guidance to a diverse team, aligning work activities with strategic objectives while fostering a high-performance culture built on collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.

You will be committed to developing your people, managing employee performance and behaviour, building capability and creating opportunities for growth and succession planning within your team.

We are looking for a leader who embodies the principles of Building Leadership Impact (BLI).

You will be a confident and authentic people leader who leads with integrity, builds strong relationships, and creates an environment where people feel empowered to contribute and succeed.

Your leadership style will be proactive, responsive and inclusive, enabling you to positively influence outcomes, navigate complex challenges and build commitment across a broad range of stakeholders.

Success in this role will require strong problem-solving and decision‑making skills, the ability to balance operational and strategic priorities, and a commitment to working collaboratively across the organisation and with external partners.

You will build and maintain productive relationships with Local Government, the Department of Transport, Public Transport Authorities, and internal stakeholders to deliver positive outcomes for the community.





This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced leader who is passionate about developing people, driving operational excellence and making a meaningful contribution to the safety and performance of Western Australia's transport network.

Please refer to the job role statement for a full list of responsibilities.

What We Offer

At Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation who supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is significant to you.

In addition to rewarding work, and the security of a permanent position, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include:

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

For questions about the role, please contact Bassam Abu Shamleh on (08) 9323 4990– not to be contacted for assistance with application.

General Enquiries and Support

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible to everyone, including people with disability.

If you require any adjustments in the selection process due to circumstances including disability, health conditions, neurodiversity, caring responsibilities, cultural requirements, please let us know - we’re here to support you.

Any information you share will be treated respectfully and confidentially and requesting assistance won’t affect your application or employment opportunities.

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📌 Traffic Services Manager (Perth)
🏢 Main Roads WA
📍 Perth