This is a rare opportunity to oversee highly specialised, safety‐critical infrastructure within one of Australia's largest transport networks. You will provide strategic leadership across tunnel safety systems, intelligent transport systems (ITS), operational technologies, and complex mechanical and electrical infrastructure.
This role offers the opportunity to influence high‐profile infrastructure and contribute to future transport initiatives and Olympic‐related investment across Queensland.
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is shaping Queensland's transport future through the delivery of safe, efficient, and sustainable infrastructure. Within TMR, the Engineering and Technology Branch provides specialist technical leadership supporting the operation, reliability, and future readiness of Queensland's transport networks.
Dean & Ling Executive have been engaged to recruit a senior technical leader for TMR's Transport Operational Technologies team in the role of Director (Tunnel Operational Technologies).
The Role
Reporting to the Executive Director (Transport Operational Technologies), you will provide leadership across tunnel operational technologies, safety assurance, and systems engineering functions supporting Queensland's Busway tunnel network and associated infrastructure.
You Will
* Provide strategic leadership across tunnel operational technologies and safety systems
* Deliver expert technical advice relating to tunnel safety, operational resilience and future infrastructure investment
* Oversee tunnel safety cases, engineering assurance, and operational system performance
* Lead the development of technical policies, standards and governance frameworks
* Manage complex stakeholder relationships across government, operators, contractors and technical specialists
* Lead multidisciplinary technical teams within a high-performance environment
This role will play an important part in supporting future transport initiatives and major infrastructure investment connected to Queensland's continued growth and Olympic preparations.
You Will Possess
* A Washington Accord‐accredited engineering degree
* RPEQ registration, or the ability to obtain registration in Queensland
* Experience managing complex tunnel and/or busway operational environments
* Strong technical capability across ITS, operational technologies, systems engineering, or mechanical/electrical infrastructure
* Proven leadership capability within complex operational environments
* Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skillsExperience relating to RAMS methodologies, safety case development, and operational systems assurance will be highly regarded
This is more than a leadership role. It is an opportunity to influence high‐profile infrastructure and help shape the future of operational transport technologies across Queensland. You will join a respected leadership team operating at the forefront of transport innovation, operational resilience, and infrastructure safety.
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