Strategic Transport Planner

Strategic Transport Planner

• Drive sustainable transport planning for Chatswood CBD and Willoughby growth areas
• Champion exceptional customer service and stakeholder engagement across local government projects
• Salary from $113,171.04 to $122,002.39 p.a. + 12% Superannuation (Grade J)

Make a Difference Where You Work

Join us as a Strategic Transport Planner and drive impactful, sustainable transport solutions that shape the future of Chatswood CBD, key growth precincts, and the wider Willoughby community. You'll lead the integration of transport and land use strategies that foster long-term growth, enhance accessibility, and create thriving, connected places. Working closely with the Traffic and Transport Manager and cross-functional teams, you'll be a trusted advocate delivering outstanding customer service to stakeholders and clients.

Why Join Us?

• Work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders to deliver impactful transport solutions that enhance community liveability.
• Grow your career in a supportive team that values innovation, safety, and strategic thinking in transport planning.
• Contribute to meaningful projects that integrate land use and transport planning to support long-term growth and environmental goals.

About the Role

As a Strategic Transport Planner, you will:

• Lead and deliver strategic transport planning projects that integrate transport and land use to support sustainable growth across Chatswood CBD and the broader Willoughby area.
• Collaborate across internal teams and external stakeholders to embed transport outcomes in planning policies and contribute to place-making strategies.
• Drive initiatives that promote walking, cycling, public transport, and shared mobility, addressing infrastructure gaps and enhancing safety, especially for vulnerable road users.
• Provide expert advice on planning proposals and major developments, ensuring alignment with Council's long-term transport vision and integrated transport strategy.
• Manage complex stakeholder engagement and coordination, balancing competing demands while maintaining a focus on safety, accessibility, and liveability.

What You'll Bring

• Tertiary degree qualification in Transport Planning or equivalent together with significant experience in the field.
• Working knowledge of planning legislation and the strategic planning framework in NSW
• Demonstrated application of principles and techniques of transport planning and traffic management including sustainable transport (travel demand management, walking cycling and public transport)
• Good communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with other professionals, industry representatives, community groups and individuals
• Strong time management skills with the ability to plan, organise and set priorities.
• A current NSW Class C Driver's Licence

Desirable

• Knowledge or Experience in Local or State Government or similar environments
• Knowledge of NSW development control legislation and regulations

How to apply

Visit to apply or learn more including all about the range of benefits on offer at Willoughby.

For more information, contact Daniel Sui - Acting Manager, at or

Applications should address all of the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks.

Applications close: Sunday, 14 September 2025 at 11.30 pm.

Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.

At Willoughby City Council, inclusion, diversity and belonging are core to how we work and how we recruit. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community – one where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to contribute fully. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTIQA+ communities, veterans, and people of all ages. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible, inclusive and barrier-free experience for every candidate.