Transport Network Engineer

Company description:

About us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians.

Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and +maintaining Victoria's transport, planning and land services for use by all.

We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work.

Transport Services delivers safe, reliable and accessible transport infrastructure and services to keep Victoria moving, connecting people to what matters most in their lives.

Job description:

About the role

As the Transport Network Engineer, you'll play a vital role in the design and operation of Victoria's traffic signals and management systems, including SCATS (arterial roads) and STREAMS (motorways). This role ensures the safe and optimised performance of the road network in line with Departmental frameworks, Austroads Guidelines, and other compliance requirements.

Working closely with the Branch and wider Division, this role will continue to develop technical and professional skills to ensure Victoria's traffic management systems are robust, sustainable, integrated, and future-ready. The role provides the opportunity to apply engineering expertise, problem-solving and digital literacy while contributing to projects that enhance community safety and transport outcomes.

Success in this position will rely on strong communication skills, the ability to influence and engage stakeholders, and a collaborative approach to supporting change and innovation.

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Position accountabilities

• Operate and optimise traffic signal systems (SCATS and STREAMS) to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with Departmental guidelines and standards.
• Monitor, investigate, and analyse traffic safety and operational issues, using data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Provide clear technical advice and reports tailored to internal and external stakeholders.
• Engage with stakeholders to resolve issues while ensuring outcomes align with the Department's frameworks and objectives.
• Apply risk and safety engineering principles to support safe and efficient network operations, escalating complex issues when required.
• Contribute to the integration of emerging technologies, supporting innovation in traffic management practices.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, share knowledge, and foster a positive and safe workplace culture.

Qualifications and experience

Mandatory

• Tertiary qualification in engineering, data analytics, computer science or related discipline.
• Driver License

Culture Value

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department's goals.

What we offer

Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians. For further details please refer to Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.

How to apply

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday, 12 October

Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we're unable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Isa Zhang - Real Time Signals Lead, at

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