Agency Department of Logistics and Infrastructure Work unit Transport and Civil Infrastructure
Job title Director - Corridor Management and Design Designation Senior Administrative Officer 2
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $157,334 - $171,482 Location Palmerston
Position number 36933 RTF 358108 Closing 23/11/2026
Contact officer Felicia Trussell on 08 8924 7164 or
[email protected]
About the agency http://www.dli.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358108
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide leadership, high level specialist professional advice, high level stakeholder engagement, and project management to ensure the identification of required sustainable transport infrastructure, program development, and strategic planning to meet the needs of the community and support the economic development of the Northern Territory.
Context statement
This position provides a critical role in the management framework of road networks, transport assets development and management strategies. The role reports directly to the General Manager in providing expert advice and exercising appropriate delegations. The position also manages the Corridor Management and Design team and is also responsible for the establishment of standards for network development and management including policy and strategic development for management of roads.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Lead the development and implementation of a range of strategies, initiatives and projects related to strategic planning.
2. Provide high-level strategic advice to a diverse range of stakeholders regarding sustainable transport infrastructure across
the Northern Territory.
1. Develop and maintain effective collaborative partnerships and strategic alliances with internal and external stakeholders.
2. Undertake research, analysis and provide leadership for the development of solutions for sustainable transport
infrastructure, including the development of high level submissions, reports and policy.
1. Manage a team and ensure effective governance and reporting systems in all areas of responsibility.
2. Actively participate as a senior member of the division, contributing innovative ideas and solutions to support continuous
improvement and support strategic objectives.
Selection criteria
Essential
1.
Extensive knowledge and proven experience in delivering civil engineering projects and managing road corridor access
and transport operations within the regulatory framework governing roads and transport assets.
1. High level research, evaluation and analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, identify solutions and innovative
alternatives.
1. Proven political sensitivity, awareness and astuteness and the ability to interact effectively with people from diverse
cultures.
1. Demonstrated experience in managing stakeholders, change management and financial management.
2. Proven experience in high level reporting, submission writing, policy development, and ministerial and cabinet
correspondence.
1. Proven ability to strategically develop and manage multi-disciplined teams to maximise project delivery outcomes,
supported by targeted staff development, succession planning, and clear career-progression pathways.
1. Proven experience in the delivery of civil engineering projects preferably related to transport infrastructure.
Desirable
1. Degree in civil/traffic/transport engineering or similar with eligibility for membership of Engineers Australia.
Approved: January 2026 Claire Brown, General Manager Transport and Civil Infrastructure
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Agency Department of Logistics and Infrastructure Work unit Transport and Civil Infrastructure
Job title Director - Corridor Management and Design Designation Senior Professional Officer 2
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $157,334 - $171,482 Location Palmerston
Position number 36933 RTF 358108 Closing 23/11/2026
Contact officer Felicia Trussell on 08 8924 7164 or
[email protected]
About the agency http://www.dli.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358108
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide leadership, high level specialist professional advice, high level stakeholder engagement,
and project management to ensure the identification of required sustainable transport infrastructure, program development, and strategic planning to meet the needs of the community and support the economic development of the Northern Territory.
Context statement
This position provides a critical role in the management framework of road networks, transport assets development and management strategies. The role reports directly to the General Manager in providing expert advice and exercising appropriate delegations. The position also manages the Corridor Management and Design team and is also responsible for the establishment of standards for network development and management including policy and strategic development for management of roads.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Lead the development and implementation of a range of strategies, initiatives and projects related to strategic planning.
2. Provide high-level strategic qualified advice to a diverse range of stakeholders regarding sustainable transport
infrastructure across the Northern Territory.
1. Develop and maintain effective collaborative partnerships and strategic alliances with internal and external stakeholders.
2. Undertake research, analysis and provide leadership for the development of solutions for sustainable transport
infrastructure, including the development of high-level submissions, reports, and policy.
1. Manage a team and ensure effective governance and reporting systems in all areas of responsibility.
2. Actively participate as a senior member of the division, contributing innovative ideas and solutions to support continuous
improvement and support strategic objectives.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Degree in civil/traffic/transport engineering or similar with eligibility for membership of Engineers Australia.
2. Extensive knowledge and proven experience in delivering civil engineering projects and managing road corridor access
and transport operations within the regulatory framework governing roads and transport assets.
1. High level research, evaluation and analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, identify solutions and innovative
alternatives.
1. Proven political sensitivity, awareness and astuteness and the ability to interact effectively with people from diverse
cultures.
1. Demonstrated experience in managing stakeholders, change management and financial management.
2. Proven experience in high level reporting, submission writing, policy development, and ministerial and cabinet
correspondence.
1. Proven ability to strategically develop and manage multi disciplined teams to maximise project delivery outcomes,
supported by targeted staff development, succession planning, and clear career progression pathways.
1. Proven experience in the delivery of civil engineering projects preferably related to transport infrastructure.
📌 Director - Corridor Management and Design (Palmerston City)
🏢 NT Government - Department of Logistics and Infrastructure
📍 Palmerston City