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 the 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 experienced Senior Road Planning Officers.
Shape the Future of Perth's Road Network
Are you passionate about transforming one of the world's most expansive road transport networks? Ready to advance your career in a dynamic State Government agency with excellent benefits? Join us and pave your way to success
About the opportunity:
We are seeking enthusiastic Senior Road Planning Officers (x4) to guide the development of road planning solutions and enhance long-term road transport planning within the broader Perth metropolitan area. This role involves:
* Leading and actively working on road planning studies from inception to completion across the Perth and Peel region.
* Initiating and managing network and traffic modelling, route concept optioneering, and innovating intersection and route corridor design in relation to future (long term) road planning.
* Preparing preliminary road designs and detailed route alignment studies.
* Building and maintaining positive stakeholder relationships.
* Actively guiding and participating in stakeholder consultation processes.
* Formulating plans for statutory protection of future road reservations.
* Contributing to contract and project management, including budgeting and resources scheduling.
Please refer to the job role statement for a full list of responsibilities.
Your Impact
Help us improve accessibility, mobility, and transport choices by planning our future road network. Develop road planning solutions that promote social equity, economic development, and sustainability. Enhance road safety and environmental quality through informed planning. Provide transport and traffic engineering advice to shape urban road networks and land use development. Collaborate with Transport and Major Infrastructure Portfolio partners by providing efficient and effective advice on complex and often inter-related transport projects and work closely with the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage on strategic and statutory decision-making.
About You:
We are looking for an experienced road planning professional with:
* Comprehensive knowledge of road transport planning and design.
* Specialist skills in modelling analysis, traffic and infrastructure engineering.
* Expertise in stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
* Understanding of statutory land use planning and environmental processes.
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 important 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.