About the role
Drive the future of transport in Hobart. In this role, you lead bold strategic planning projects, push forward innovative street‑design concepts, and actively bring stakeholders together to champion smarter, more sustainable ways of moving around our city. Your work will shape how people experience Hobart for years to come.
Role accountabilities include:
* Lead the design, planning and delivery of strategic transport projects and policies in collaboration with project managers, engineers and planners.
* Drive best‑practice transport strategy and policy development to support a contemporary, sustainable urban environment.
* Champion sustainable mobility by developing and managing projects that promote active and public transport across Hobart.
* Lead engagement with the community, stakeholders and partners to shape future transport strategies and projects.
* Prepare clear, high‑quality reports, briefings and presentations for Elected Members, senior leaders and key stakeholders.
* Build strong partnerships across government agencies, industry groups and the community to support coordinated transport outcomes.
* Provide guidance and leadership to planners and engineers, helping communicate complex issues and build shared solutions.
Learn more about the role in the position description: Position Description
About you
You hold a relevant degree in planning, geography, engineering or a related field, along with a current driver licence. You bring experience in design, policy, project management or engineering, with a solid understanding of best‑practice transport planning and the local government context.
You’re confident managing transport, mobility or street‑design projects, and you communicate clearly, whether writing reports or engaging with stakeholders. You think strategically, analyse issues effectively and negotiate with sound judgement.
Collaborative by nature, you work well across teams and build strong relationships. You lead projects with professionalism, delivering work on time and within budget in complex government environments.
If you possess strong attention to detail and perform effectively in a high‑volume work environment, this role may be well suited to you.
About us
The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:
* Above Award wages and Employer % with salary sacrifice options.
* Flexible work arrangements.
* A wide range of leave entitlements.
* Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
* Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
* Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
* An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
* Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.
The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.
City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.
Learn more about our vision, mission and values.
How to apply
If you're passionate about 'our beautiful City' and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!
If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Daniel Verdouw, Manager City Transport, on 0484 055 *** or email **************@hobartcity.com.au
All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to ***********@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.
Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 15 March 2026.
Selection process
Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.
The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.
Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
Learn more about the selection process on our website.