Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.About The TeamThe Traffic Engineering team is a fun, dynamic team within the Transport Operations Business Unit. Our primary focus is to ensure that the City of Gold Coast (City) has a safe and efficient transport system that is responsive to the community’s needs and supports the achievement of economic, environmental and social objectives.We work under the strategic intent of the City of Gold Coast’s Corporate Plan and implement the Gold Coast City Transport Strategy 2031. This framework seeks to ensure the city has a safe and efficient transport system which is responsive to the needs of the community and supports the achievement of economic, environmental and social objectives.We also work closely with many delivery partners, including the City’s development and transport planning teams and the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads to plan and manage the transport system as 'one network'.About Your New RoleYou will provide professional traffic engineering advice and make your mark on the City’s transport infrastructure. Working with the Coordinator Traffic Engineering and Senior Traffic Engineering Officers, you will engineer operational and innovative solutions to ensure the City’s transport system is safe, efficient and sustainable. You will be involved in road infrastructure improvements, traffic system upgrades, active transport, public transport and road safety infrastructure projects.ResponsibilitiesYou will be required to respond to traffic and parking enquiries, investigate and solve traffic engineering issues, undertake traffic and parking studies, investigate cyclist and pedestrian safety issues and provide advice on technical issues. Specific responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:Identify solutions to complex traffic management, road safety, parking, pedestrian, cyclist and public transport issues.Conduct autonomous field investigations.Review infrastructure design drawings to ensure compliance with relevant standards and Council policies.Develop and review signage and line marking plans.Undertake road safety audits, crash investigations and speed limit reviews.Liaise with both internal and external stakeholders including residents, Councillors and State Government agencies.Provide input into the development of internal policies and procedures.Respond to customer and Councillor requests utilising Council’s customer request management software.Prepare reports and correspondence in relation to transport and traffic engineering matters, including Council Committee Agenda Items.We're Looking For People Who HaveBachelor Degree of Civil Engineering, or demonstrated equivalent experience and knowledge working in the traffic and transport sector.Drivers licence class “C” is unrestricted so that you can drive to site.WHS Licence General Construction White Card.A can-do attitude and have a passion for health and safety.Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.Ability tosolve complex problems and confidence to provide sound advice, options and recommendations to influence positive outcomes.Demonstrated ability to form good working relationships with key stakeholders and service providers both internal and external.Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's futureThe Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.BenefitsWe care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:9-day fortnightFlexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locationsPersonal and professional development coursesAccess to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per yearHow to applyFor more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.auOur selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.Contact PersonCatherine MolnarContactcmolnar@goldcoast.qld.gov.auClosing DateTuesday 17th June 2025Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Gold Coast by 2xGold Coast, Queensland, Australia A$91,843 - A$97,964 1 week agoCoomera, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 3 weeks agoArundel, Queensland, Australia 1 month agoCoomera, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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