Traffic Engineer

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 435,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity on a permanent, full-time basis for a talented and qualified young professional, who is passionate about providing a safe and sustainable traffic and transport network for our city, that supports a healthy balance between mobility, safety and amenities. This is a mid-level role with the opportunity to advance in future to more senior roles when available.

We recently restructured ourselves in 3 core areas, Transport Planning, Network Management and Smart Transport (e.g. sustainable transport, active transport, ITS). We believe in aligning your talent and interests with your tasks for you to enjoy your work and develop your professional career.

We are in the process of developing varies transport related strategies which will determine the future direction for transport in Blacktown City and you will play an important role in that. 

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• Tertiary qualifications in traffic engineering or an engineering related field
• Relevant experience in accordance with requirements outlined in the position description
• A good level of skills and knowledge to undertake investigation and assessment of traffic related issues
• Good written communication skills for preparation of reports and correspondence
• Good verbal communication and negotiation skills to liaise with the public and relevant external agencies
• Experience in community consultation and computer applications will be highly regarded
• Knowledge of applicable legislation/regulations
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Availability to work flexible working hours
• Current class “C” driver’s licence.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $1,663.50 per week
• 35-hour working week
• Car allowance or leaseback vehicle
• Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11.5% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

Click here to view or download the position description.

Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:

1. Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.
2. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
3. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.

Closing date:           Friday 16 August 2024, 11.59 pm    

Contact officer:       Catherine Potloka on 9839 6014

Internal ref:              BCC509