About the role
We are looking for a motivated, qualified and experienced Transport Engineer to join the Engineering Services Department. As a Transport Engineer, you will provide Council, the public and developers with advice on a wide range of transport and traffic matters, including the preparation and management of programs for active transport, traffic facilities, parking and Black Spot identification and analysis. The role provides planning, advice and advocacy on all modes of transport services and facilities in the Penrith LGA to ensure a safer network for traffic, public transport, pedestrians and cyclists.
How to Apply
In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (listed below) as a part of their initial application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.
Completed applications must be received by 11.55pm on 17 April 2025. Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for the processing of your application.
Essential criteria
- Tertiary Qualification in Civil Engineering or a related field to Traffic/Transport Engineering.
- Working knowledge and experience in Local Traffic Engineering and/or Transport Planning.
- Working knowledge of contemporary traffic legislation and procedures, and statutory instruments, including the Australian Road Rules, Austroads, Australian Standards and Transport for NSW supplements.
- Experience in assessing development referrals for traffic generating developments.
- Working experience in the investigation and analysis of intersection capacity and safety.
- A current Class C Driver Licence.
Commencing salary: $96,174.00 - $111,325.00 per annum, plus 11.5% Superannuation and a 3.5% Civil Liability Allowance in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award.
Access to a Leaseback Vehicle is available with this position; however, it is not a condition of employment.
You may be required to undertake background checks, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.
Visit careers.penrith.city to view the position description and to find out more information about employment with Penrith City Council. To submit your application, please apply online using the link below.
For further information about the position, please contact Jasmin Toro, Traffic Administration Officer, on 4732 7958.
About us
At Penrith City Council, we’re passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace. We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life, so we’re here to support you in the moments that matter. As the winner of the 2020 Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and an Excellence Award winner in the 2020 Australian HR Awards, you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits, including:
- A range of flexible work arrangements
- 18 weeks paid maternity leave
- Health and wellbeing leave
- 15 days personal leave
- Significant financial and leave support for undertaking further education
- Diverse salary packaging
- Free access to all Ripples venues
- And much, much more!
Penrith is a dynamic City offering engineering professionals a variety of challenges and exposure to a diverse range of experiences and opportunities for professional growth. In Engineering Services, we partner with staff across our organisation, people in our communities, state and federal agencies, businesses, and interest groups to deliver a range of programs and services to our City, including transportation, drainage, development engineering, and traffic management.
