Principal Network Planner - Safety

Department for Infrastructure and Transport; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 123,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport in South Australia is seeking a Principal Network Planner Safety. The role focuses on leading network safety analysis, planning and engagement to inform transport investment and road safety outcomes across the State.

Applicants should hold an Engineering degree with professional accreditation eligibility or a planning/transport planning qualification. Travel, some after-hours work and NPC checks are required as part of the role.

Qualifications

• A recognised degree or postgraduate qualification in Engineering providing eligibility for professional accreditation with Engineers Australia.
• A recognised degree or postgraduate qualification in the discipline of planning or transport planning is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead network safety analysis, planning and engagement to inform transport investment and road safety outcomes.
• Contribute to development of safety-focused programs and projects that support government investment in a safer, more efficient transport network for all South Australians.

Education

Engineering degree with Engineers Australia eligibility

Planning/Transport planning degree

Job description

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport plays a vital role connecting people and places in South Australia by managing roads, marine and public transport networks across the State, and builds and maintains the State-owned infrastructure that enables the delivery of essential and important government services to our community. The Transport Network Planning team provides strategic leadership, planning expertise, and evidence-based advice to support the development of safety focused programs and projects that support government investment in a safer, more efficient transport network for all South Australians. Lead network safety analysis, planning, and engagement to inform transport investment and road safety outcomes. We seek a collaborative, forward-thinking and analytical professional with strong teamwork, communication and project management skills who can influence decisions and lead planning that supports evidence-based improvements to South Australia’s transport network.

Educational Qualifications / Licences

• A recognised degree or postgraduate qualification in Engineering providing eligibility for professional accreditation with Engineers Australia or a recognised degree or postgraduate qualification in the discipline of planning or transport planning is required.

Special Conditions

• A National Police Check (NPC) is required prior to employment in the Department for Infrastructure and Transport which must be renewed every three years.
• Some out of hours and weekend work, along with some intra/interstate travel requiring overnight stays may be required.

Remuneration

PO4 - $122,752 to $133,635 pa + superannuation

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture across the department, planning for and promoting diversity and culturally safe workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. The Department recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and customers in delivering the future of South Australia. As a We're EQUAL organisation we are committed to treating everyone equally, proudly promoting our department, and all its spaces as safe places for everybody.

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