Manager (Network Optimisation Planning)

20 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Department of Transport and Main Roads Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

The role:

This role demands a proactive individual who can spearhead the continuous  enhancement of an optimisation program and pioneer new investment opportunities, to improve outcomes for road users. You will provide strategic advice and analyses that influence both internal and external stakeholders on network optimisation planning and investment decisions.

Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to engage in high-level strategic decisions aimed at advancing and streamlining statewide road network operations and facilitating the delivery of the branch's objectives and the department's strategic vision.

About you:

You have an extensive background in traffic operations and/or transport planning, ideally you will have a degree from a recognised tertiary institution with related content (for example, engineering, transport planning, town planning, mathematics, economics, geospatial information systems, or a numerate discipline).

To be successful in this role you'll have exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities, with a proven track record of clearly articulating complex issues and proposed solutions to diverse audiences. You are proactive in fostering enduring working relationships with partners and key stakeholders, aligning these partnerships with departmental and operational objectives to drive successful outcomes. Furthermore, you are adept at identifying challenges, positively influencing delivery strategies and processes to adapt to a constantly evolving landscape, ensuring the effective delivery of programs and projects.

Please read the attached role description for more role requirements.

Why join us:

We can offer you benefits such as:

  • Flexible work arrangements including hybrid working options. We recognise that flexible work is important for a wide range of reasons, including wellbeing, balancing aspects of personal life, special interests, volunteering, and caring responsibilities.
  • Professional growth and development with options including mentoring, coaching, formal training, networking, and access to a variety of tools to conduct individual research.
  • We encourage recognition of our teams and employees that contribute to the department's success and celebrate their achievements through whole-of department, industry, and public sector awards. While working with us, you may even get the chance to work on an award-winning project or initiative.
  • 12.75% superannuation, competitive salaries, salary sacrificing, and yearly increments within a band
  • A health and wellbeing reimbursement initiative allowing you to claim (to a certain amount) for several health-related activities incl. dental hygiene, gym membership, physiotherapy and more.
  • An Employee Assistance Program allowing employees and immediate family members to access to free and confidential 24/7 support and counselling services.

Step into a role where you can truly make a difference. Become the driving force behind a sustainable, flexible, and optimised transportation infrastructure for Queensland. If you have any questions, please contact Kath Johnston on

Applications to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad Reference: QLD/661511/25

Closing Date: Friday, 03 October 2025

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