The City of Launceston, an award winning Employer of Choice, is currently seeking to fill a permanent, full time position for a Traffic Engineer. This role will take on a key responsibility in delivering traffic engineering services to the Transport Team.
This role is integral to delivering contemporary liveable, connected and active city transport concepts in alignment with the strategic plans and strategies.
* Key responsibilities include: Planning for the cohesive and future transport infrastructure needs of Launceston, with a focus on network performance and liveability.
* Conducting traffic and road safety modelling and providing data interpretation.
* Providing engineering advice related to contemporary traffic design, standards, codes, and acts.
* Investigating and resolving issues relating to road safety, parking and other traffic related matters and making informed recommendations for solutions.
We are looking for someone who demonstrates through behaviour an alignment and understanding of our values and has the following qualifications, skills and experience:
* Knowledge of applicable traffic design standards, codes and acts.
* Experience in provision of advice regarding design and strategic planning relating to traffic networks.
* Strong skills with computer applications such as record management platforms, Microsoft Office software, and traffic modelling.
* Commitment to high quality customer service, with demonstrated communication/negotiation skills to explain and discuss issues with customers.