A07 Heavy Vehicle Access Specialist

Chandler Macleod; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 127,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced Heavy Vehicle Access SME for a Brisbane-based, full-time contract that supports a major transformation in heavy vehicle access management. You will advise on HVNL, NHVR frameworks, OSOM operations and network access decisions, translating regulations into practical rules and processes.

The role involves close collaboration with government agencies, regulators and industry stakeholders, with an hourly rate of $92.49–$99.09 plus Super and a contract

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in heavy vehicle access and OSOM operations.
• Strong understanding of HVNL, NHVR access frameworks and route assessments.
• Experience interpreting legislation and policies into practical rules and processes.
• Proven ability to work with government regulators, councils and industry stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review and document heavy vehicle access requirements and operational controls.
• Interpret permit requirements and regulatory frameworks into business rules and processes.
• Support testing and validation to ensure automated access decisions meet obligations.
• Collaborate with government agencies, regulators and industry stakeholders to resolve issues.

Skills

Heavy vehicle access

OSOM operations

HVNL knowledge

Regulatory interpretation

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

About the Organisation:

This Queensland Government organisation is delivering a major transformation program focused on improving how heavy vehicle access is managed across the state's road network. The project will support the transition from traditional permit-based approvals to more efficient and scalable automated access pathways, improving how access decisions are assessed, managed and implemented.

Contract Details:

• Contract: 16 November 2026 to 7 May 2027
• Location: Brisbane
• Hourly Rate: $92.49 - $99.09 per hour + Super
• Full-time contract opportunity

The Role:

An opportunity exists for an experienced Heavy Vehicle Access SME to provide specialist advice on heavy vehicle access, OSOM operations, road manager requirements and network access decision-making.

Key responsibilities include:

• Review and document heavy vehicle access requirements, including route restrictions, access conditions, escorts, curfews and other operational controls.
• Interpret permit requirements, access policies and regulatory frameworks, translating them into practical business rules, operational processes and system requirements.
• Support testing and validation activities to ensure automated access decisions align with operational requirements and regulatory obligations.
• Work closely with government agencies, local councils, regulators and industry stakeholders to resolve complex access, permitting and network-related issues.

About You:

To be considered, you should demonstrate:

• Extensive experience in heavy vehicle access, Oversize Overmass (OSOM) operations, permit management, transport regulation, road manager decision-making or network access assessment.
• Strong understanding of Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), NHVR access frameworks, route assessments, access restrictions and operational controls.
• Experience interpreting legislation, policies, permit requirements or operational frameworks and translating them into practical business rules, processes or system requirements.
• Proven ability to work with government agencies, regulators, local councils and industry stakeholders while providing clear, practical and commercially sound advice.

Applications will be reviewed as received. Candidates who meet the criteria will be contacted for further discussion.