Location: Head Office - Civic Building, Torquay
Job Category: Engineering
* Permanent Full Time
* $98,265 – $105,798 pa (plus 11.5% super and annual pay increases)
* Flexible working arrangements available including flexitime, WFH and RDOs
Who we are
Surf Coast Shire spans the Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadabanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation and is blessed with unique environments from the coast to the hinterland – towns and villages with their own cultures and lifestyles. The charm and values of coastal lifestyle make it a place where people want to live, work, and visit to experience an exceptional quality of life.
Surf Coast Shire Council’s workforce is representative of the townships and communities it serves, and our culture is supportive, respectful and connected to our purpose of helping our community and environment to thrive.
We empower our people to do their best and be proud of their achievements. We have a commitment to growth and development and our employees enjoy a contemporary working environment with flexibility and hybrid working arrangements.
We work together, we see opportunity, we do what we say, and we make a difference.
Job Description
Your new career
Join our Road Strategy team and help shape the future of transport in the Surf Coast region. As part of the Assets and Engineering Department, our team leads the strategic planning and management of Council’s road network, working to deliver a safe and integrated transport system that encourages movement beyond car use.
In this role, you’ll play a key part in delivering road safety and traffic management projects, providing expert transport engineering advice, and supporting planning and funding opportunities that enable high-quality infrastructure outcomes across our Shire.
What you will bring to the role
We are currently looking for a Traffic Engineer who is dedicated in delivering road safety and traffic management projects that make a positive impact on the lives of our local community members and their families.
To be successful in this role you will have:
* good engineering knowledge
* to be able to work within a multi-discipline team
* good understanding of standards and technical guidelines
Key selection criteria
Mandatory qualifications, experience and requirements
* Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification (Qualification Check conducted)
* Experience in municipal or civil engineering field of minimum two years
* Experience in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD
* Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, policies, procedures, recognised professional standards relating to traffic management and civil engineering
* Experience in planning and developing work programs, including monitoring, reviewing and reporting to supervisor
* Experience in a local government environment.
* A current Working With Children Check
* You have the permanent right to live and work in Australia
* Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council).
A complete international criminal history check is required if the person has worked or lived overseas for any period of time OR a complete national criminal history check is required if the person has only ever worked in Australia.
What you’ll love working with us
Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life.
We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our shire spans the Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadabanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation. Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.
There are numerous social activities throughout the year available as well as the benefits of:
* Flexible working arrangements including working from home and flexi time options, RDOs
* Employee Assistance Program and award-winning staff wellbeing program
* Career development and learning opportunities, we help our people grow
* Purchase of additional annual leave
* Free onsite parking
* Leave loading.
For more information
More information on the role accountabilities and the key selection criteria can be found in the position description here .
If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Mark Gibbons, Coordinator Road Strategy on 5261 0600.
How to apply
Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:
* cover letter including your statement addressing the selection criteria
* copy of your resume.
Please note that only applications with a statement addressing the selection criteria will be considered for this position.
Simply complete the application process by clicking the "Apply Now" button and we'll be in touch with you shortly regarding your application.
Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday 25 May 2025.
Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer.
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