Transport and Parking Project Officer

Byron Shire Council is focused on partnering with our community and offers pristine beaches, diverse lifestyles, a magnificent natural environment and a subtropical climate. Stay, live and work in our community.

We provide a rewarding and flexible working environment and celebrate our values of:

- We lead with enthusiasm and purpose
- We are open, honest and respectful
- We foster well-being and creativity
- We achieve our goals and succeed together

**We are looking for**:
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity then this may be the role for you. We have passion and enthusiasm and are looking for like-minded people to join us on our journey.

Byron Shire Council is currently seeking an enthusiastic **Transport and Parking Project Officer**. The position plays a key role in assisting the Traffic and Transport Engineer and Infrastructure Planning Coordinator with the management and administration, review, and research to plan, design and implement Byron Shire Council’s Parking and Transport schemes across the Shire. The position also supports objectives of the Traffic and Parking Systems Officer role as required.

Some specific tasks include:

- Developing traffic, transport (including active transport) and car parking strategies and plans that aim to ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and goods throughout the Shire.
- Managing and implementing pay and unpaid parking schemes throughout the Shire.
- Providing a high level of service and management in relation to existing, new and renewal of contracts for pay parking systems, meters and cash collection.
- Developing projects for strategic development of vehicle and active transport corridors and car parking demand.

**Enjoy our Employee Benefits**:
This opportunity offers:

- A permanent, full-time position (35 hours per week)
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary and Conditions will be in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award with an appointment at a salary in the range of $1,568.10 to $2,115.81 per 35 hour week (dependent upon skills and experience)
- Brightness of future
- Security
- Partner with an organisation that is taking steps in all areas to reduce our carbon emissions and be an innovative and sustainable Council.

Other benefits include:

- Annual salary reviews and identified salary increases for financial year 2025/2026 based on award conditions
- 11.5% Superannuation Guarantee
- Access to Long Service Leave from 5 years service
- Education and training support
- Flexible work hours
- Attractive salary packaging scheme
- Employee Assistance Program (4 sessions per year)
- Fitness Passport
- Health and Wellbeing days
- Opportunity to work with an experienced and committed team.

**Location**:
This position is based at Mullumbimby, however Council can require you to work from other work sites as required for operational reasons.

**Contact**:
Euan Rose - Coordinator Infrastructure Planning - Phone: (02) 6626 7183.

**Closing date**:
**Position Description**:
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We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements and encourage our people to explore new ways of working - including part-time, job-share or working from different locations. Everyone can ask about it.
- Byron Shire Council is committed to being a child safe organisation - we respect all children and their wellbeing. We will embed Child Safe Standards into our leadership, governance and culture. We will support our staff and volunteers in their responsibilities. We will strive to keep children safe from harm and abuse.

**Pre-Employment Screening Process**: