Salary Package Range : $ $128,154.50 to $ $135,853.51, including 17.5% annual leave loading and 12.65% superannuation. Relocation Assistance : May be considered for the preferred applicant. Shape the Future of Transport Across One of Queensland’s Fastest-Growing Regions Toowoomba Regional Council is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Transport Planner to play a leading role in shaping the Region’s long-term transport network and land use integration. Reporting within the Transport & Drainage Planning Branch, this permanent full-time position operates under broad direction and is responsible for initiating, formulating and delivering transport works programs that directly support Council’s strategic objectives and community outcomes. About the Role As Senior Transport Planner, you will provide expert leadership across transport strategy, policy and planning initiatives, ensuring the development of integrated and future-focused transport solutions. Key responsibilities include: • Working collaboratively with key internal and external stakeholders to deliver transport programs aligned with Council’s long-term transport and land use goals. • Providing expert advice, delivering presentations and preparing high-level reports and business cases on transport planning initiatives. • Leading planning initiatives across Active Transport, Network Planning, Freight Transport and Logistics, and Public Transport Planning. • Guiding and mentoring graduate engineers, technical officers and students to build capability and strengthen technical expertise within the Branch. • Providing specialist technical input into transport policies, research, consultation processes, operational policy drafting and review of engineering standards. • Managing Council’s Traffic Engineering and Modelling platforms, including micro, mesoscopic and macroscopic modelling systems About You You are an accomplished transport planning professional with extensive experience delivering strategic transport initiatives in a complex and evolving environment. You combine strong analytical capability with the ability to influence stakeholders and guide technical teams toward high-quality outcomes. You will ideally bring: • A Bachelor Degree in Transport Planning, Engineering or equivalent from a recognised university, with extensive relevant experience. • Postgraduate qualifications in Transport Planning or Traffic Engineering (highly regarded). • Demonstrated expertise across Active Transport, Network Planning, Freight and Logistics, and Public Transport Planning. • Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide clear, evidence-based recommendations. • Proven ability to mentor staff and positively influence branch outcomes. • Demonstrated experience using traffic modelling software such as Aimsun, Emme and SIDRA. • Sound knowledge of relevant standards and guidelines including Austroads, IPWEAQ, TMR, QUDM and applicable legislation relating to safety, environment and cultural heritage. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing high-level reports, business cases and delivering presentations. Why Join Toowoomba Regional Council? Located just 90 minutes west of Brisbane, Toowoomba is Australia’s second-largest inland city and a key regional growth hub. With significant investment in infrastructure, freight corridors and active transport networks, this role offers a genuine opportunity to influence how the Region moves now and into the future — while enjoying an exceptional lifestyle and strong community connection. Apply Now Applications, including a Cover Letter addressing the Position Success Criteria, strictly close at 11.45 pm on Friday 06 March 2026. For a copy of the Job Application Package, please contact Anne at HB Recruitment on Tel: (07) 4639 4410 or email recruitment@hb.net.au.