Join a forward-thinking local government committed to delivering innovative road and road reserve solutions that support our city's growth, accessibility, and sustainability.
About the role
We're seeking an experienced and strategic Service Lead Transport & Design Engineering to take charge of the planning and design of the City of Canning's roads and road reserve infrastructure—helping create a safer, more connected, and efficient transport network for our growing community.
As the Service Lead, you will provide strong leadership and manage a skilled team of engineers and technical officers, lead Service Area planning and reporting, and ensure alignment with the City's integrated transport strategy, asset management frameworks, and community expectations.
Reporting to the Manager Engineering Services, this is a unique, leadership role that combines technical expertise with strategic design, planning and stakeholder engagement.
A snapshot of the role
* Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technical professionals
* Provide expert technical and operational advice to the Executive Leadership team and City stakeholders
* Develop and drive innovative planning and design of the City's roads and road infrastructure, ensuring sustainability and lifecycle value optimisation, as well as addressing current and future community needs
* Develop and maintain key Service Area planning documents including the City's Water Management Strategy, Drainage Plan, Road Safety Management Plan and relevant road reserve policies
* Manage the scoping, planning, design and evaluation of projects in-line with the City's project management framework and methodology
* Manage and report on budgeting, funding and expenditure, providing key insights and commentary
* Manage relationships with State and Federal departments, ensuring alignment with local transportation matters and maximising opportunities for State and Federal grant funding
* Lead implementation of resource efficiency, and sustainable consumption and production concepts in engineering design and construction processes
* Collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders to ensure effective project planning, design and delivery to community expectations
What you will need to succeed
You're a highly motivated engineering professional with strong leadership capabilities and ability to deliver on strategic and operational priorities. You have a deep understanding of road and transport design principles and a proven ability to manage complex projects, balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders and the community.
* Proven leadership experience with the ability to inspire, mentor, and drive a high-performing team
* Demonstrated ability to drive delivery of strategic and operational outcomes, set expectations and measure success
* Significant experience in engineering and the planning, design and delivery of road and road reserve infrastructure projects
* Details knowledge and understanding of roads and road reserve infrastructure, and of relevant design standards, legislation, and regulatory frameworks
* Highly developed interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills including the ability to research, write reports and plans, and liaise with senior leadership and a broad range of stakeholders
* Strong project management skills with a focus on delivering quality outcomes on time and within budget
* A collaborative, solutions-focused approach and a deep understanding of road and transport challenges in growing urban environments
* Advanced Technical College qualifications in a relevant field (ideally tertiary engineering qualifications and accreditation to a relevant professional engineering body)
* Able to provide a Satisfactory National Police Clearance and C class driver's license
For a detailed overview of position responsibilities please refer to the Position Description attached to this vacancy.
What's in it for you?
This position is offered as below:
* Full time, 5-year maximum term basis
* Attractive remuneration package negotiated with the successful candidate (including cash base, superannuation and provision for a motor vehicle)
* 19-day month working arrangement
* We match super contributions to help you save for your future
* Free onsite parking, discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and a fantastic employee wellbeing calendar and social club
* Free gym membership to the Cannington and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness).
* Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
Impact the Community in a Big Way
The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.
Want to know more?
For more information on the role, please contact Troy Bozich, Manager Engineering Services on 0419 865 112 for a confidential discussion.
Ready to lead the way? What are you waiting for, apply today
Canning welcomes you to apply. To be considered for this opportunity, visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select this vacancy and submit your resume and cover letter (cover letter to be no more than two pages) addressing your suitability for the role. Apply now, we can't wait to hear from you
Applications are open until 5pm, Friday 11 July 2025. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.
Recruitment Agencies – Please Note: We respectfully request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this opportunity. We are managing this recruitment process directly and will not be accepting agency referrals.
* Proven leadership experience with the ability to inspire, mentor, and drive a high-performing te
* Demonstrated ability to drive delivery of strategic and operational outcomes, set expectations and measure success
* Significant experience in engineering and the planning, design and delivery of road and road reserve infrastructure projects
* Details knowledge and understanding of roads and road reserve infrastructure, and of relevant design standards, legislation, and regulatory frameworks
* Highly developed interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills including the ability to research, write reports and plans, and liaise with senior leadership and a broad range of stakeholders
* Strong project management skills with a focus on delivering quality outcomes on time and within budget
* A collaborative, solutions-focused approach and a deep understanding of road and transport challenges in growing urban environments
* Advanced Technical College qualifications in a relevant field (ideally tertiary engineering qualifications and accreditation to a relevant professional engineering body)
* Able to provide a Satisfactory National Police Clearance and C class driver's license
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