Senior Traffic Engineer

Permanent Full Time hours per week

RCC Officers' Level 7

Shape the future of traffic in Redlands

Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… in a truly special place.

Redlands is proud to rank among Queensland's Top 5 local government areas for wellbeing in the SGS Cities and Regions Wellbeing Index - confirming our community as a great place to live, work, and grow.

We're looking for a Senior Traffic Engineer ready to lead, innovate, and transform how our city moves.

In this role, you'll take charge of traffic engineering activities across our Civil and Traffic Infrastructure Asset Management Unit. From leading a small, high-performing team to shaping strategies that improve road safety, parking, and traffic flow, you'll play a key role in building smarter, safer streets for our community.

What you'll do:

• Lead and grow the traffic engineering team, fostering collaboration, professional development, and a people-focused culture.
• Engage with Councillors, the community, and stakeholders, ensuring positive public interaction, effective communication, and strong partnerships.
• Assess, design, and deliver traffic solutions to improve safety, efficiency, and accessibility, including speed and traffic safety reviews, parking management, and road/intersection concepts.
• Develop and maintain long-term asset management strategies for traffic lights, lighting, and pedestrian/cycleway networks, overseeing upgrades, renewals, and 10-year replacement plans.
• Create and implement strategies, specifications, and procedures aligned with statutory requirements, corporate plans, and industry best practice.

What we're looking for:

• A leader who can build and sustain a high-performance team, with equity, accountability, and collaboration at the core.
• Deep expertise in Civil and Traffic Engineering, including statutory requirements, asset management, and strategic planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to deliver cost-effective, innovative traffic solutions.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to influence stakeholders and drive outcomes.
• Proven experience in public interaction and community engagement, reflecting the collaborative, stakeholder-focused nature of the role.

Make sure to read the full Position Description before applying - it outlines everything you need to tailor your resume and cover letter.

Why this role?

• Attend key meetings and be actively involved in the TMR network, with opportunities to influence decisions and contribute beyond Redlands traffic issues to the broader transport network.
• Enjoy occasional travel to the islands, including beautiful North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) and other SMBI locations.
• Flexible working arrangements, such as working from home or choosing flexible start and finish times.
• Work within a multicultural and diverse team, fostering collaboration and professional growth.

More reasons to love working with us:

• 17.5% annual leave loading + Christmas ex-gratia day
• Paid parental leave and purchased leave options
• Access to development and study assistance programs
• Discounts with 400+ retailers and fitness providers
• Flexible working options through RedFlex - our flexible work program offering flexibility in how, when and where you work.

View more great employee benefits
here.

Who we are:

Redland City Council is a local government organisation proudly serving the Redlands Coast community. From maintaining roads, parks, waterways and islands, to delivering essential services like waste, water, libraries, and community events - we support the city's day-to-day life and long-term growth. With over 1,000 employees across diverse teams, we're committed to shaping a thriving, sustainable region that our community is proud of.

Guided by our
Values
, we're proud of the work we do and the people who make it possible. Visit our
careers page
to learn more and read the
stories of our incredible team
.

Eligibility:

• You'll hold a current C Class Driver's Licence.
• You'll hold a a Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering or other relevant discipline recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
• To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

Ready to join us?

Click Apply to submit your application via
Council's online portal
(or through OURspace for current employees). Please include:

• A one-page cover letter; and
• A current resume outlining how you meet the role requirements.

Note: We do not accept email, hard copy or third-party applications.

For more information about this position

, please contact
Jenny Pearson
on

We'll be reviewing applications as they come in, so get your application in early

At Redland City Council, we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute to their full potential. We value the unique perspectives and experiences our people bring to serving our community.

We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments to support you through the recruitment or interview process, please contact us