School Crossing Risk Assessor — Transport Safety

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria in Melbourne seeks a Transport Assessment Officer to support the School Crossing Risk Assessment Framework rollout across Victoria. You will assess crossing risks, validate data and prepare clear assessment outcomes to inform road safety investments.

The role develops guidance, contributes to process improvements, and explains technical findings to non-technical colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Graduate Certificate in Engineering, Science, Planning or related field.
• Hold a valid Victorian Driver’s Licence.
• Background in road safety, transport planning or traffic engineering (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Assess school crossing risks using data and video footage to inform decisions.
• Validate data, prepare assessment outcomes and maintain records.
• Develop guidance and training materials for project delivery.
• Explain technical findings to non-technical audiences.

Skills

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder collaboration

Critical thinking

Policy interpretation

Traffic safety knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Graduate Certificate in Engineering, Science, Planning or related field

Tools

Excel

GIS (desirable)

Traffic software (desirable)

Job description

Department of Transport & Planning Victoria in Melbourne seeks a Transport Assessment Officer to support the School Crossing Risk Assessment Framework rollout across Victoria. You will assess crossing risks, validate data and prepare clear assessment outcomes to inform road safety investments.

The role develops guidance, contributes to process improvements, and explains technical findings to non-technical colleagues.