Traffic Engineer

Job no: 500044

Work type: Temporary Full Time

Classification: Band 6 - Commencing at $95,760 pa

Categories: Engineering

About the role

In this role, you will assist, supervise, prepare and implement sustainable traffic strategies, programs and works to facilitate the efficient movement of people and product throughout having regard to economic, social and environmental values.

This position will provide timely and sound advice to internal and external customers on traffic and transport related issues associated with new developments, subdivisions and projects.

Work type: Temporary full time (12 months)

Classification: Band 6 Commencing at $95,760 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Investigate traffic related requests and enquiries.
• Prepare, collect and analyse data and prepare traffic solutions to complex problems.
• Manage traffic related projects and work instructions, including associated budgets as required.
• Maintain and operate traffic management equipment and devices as required.
• Manage and undertake the traffic classifier program as required.
• Deliver an excellent customer experience in relation to matters concerning the City's transport and traffic management, including the resolution of complex customer enquiries and concerns relating to the role.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have the following:

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering and/or relevant industry experience.
• Traffic management experience in urban and regional areas.
• Sound knowledge of relevant policy and legislation, including relevant Australian Standards and the Road Management Act 2004.
• Ability to set priorities and plan/organise work allocated.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• Working with Children Check (employee).
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

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Child Safety Responsibilities

We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.

Diversity and Inclusion

At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City

From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you're ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Enquiries: Rohan Lunn | Principal Traffic Operations Engineer |

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Advertised: 25 Sep 2025 5:00 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 15 Oct 2025 5:30 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time