Senior Engineer (Traffic & Road Safety)

Rockhampton Regional Council; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 127,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive Work/Life Balance

Employer superannuation 12%

Salary sacrifice option up to 6%

Ongoing training and development

Corporate membership discounts

Payroll deductions and salary-sacrific

17.5% annual leave loading

Wages paid fortnightly

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport and social clubs

Job summary

Rockhampton Regional Council is seeking a Senior Engineer (Traffic and Road Safety) to lead complex traffic assessments, plan road safety improvements and manage major infrastructure projects across the Rockhampton region. The role is permanent full-time, Monday to Friday, 72.5 hours per fortnight, with a 9 day fortnight and a salary of AU$127,128–$134,882 plus superannuation.

Crim history check required and collaboration with government agencies will be essential.

Qualifications

• Traffic engineering expertise with road safety and transport planning experience.
• Ability to provide authoritative technical leadership and influence decisions.
• Experience with Local Government and governance frameworks is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex traffic engineering assessments and road safety reviews.
• Deliver transport infrastructure projects and influence stakeholders across agencies.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Road safety

Transport planning

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Governance

Job description

Senior Engineer (Traffic & Road Safety) - Vacancy Details

Synopsis

Senior Engineer (Traffic and Road Safety)

• Permanent / Full Time
• Monday to Friday, 72.5 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
• $127,128 – $134,882 per annum (LGIA Stream A Level 7) + Superannuation
• Location – Rockhampton

Are you an experienced traffic engineer looking to make a meaningful impact on the safety, connectivity and future of a growing region?

As our Senior Engineer (Traffic and Road Safety), you'll be at the forefront of delivering safer, smarter and more connected roads for our community. From complex traffic and road safety assessments to major infrastructure projects and transport corridor management, your expertise will directly influence how people travel throughout the region.

Working alongside industry professionals, government agencies and key stakeholders, you'll provide trusted technical advice, solve complex engineering challenges and help drive innovative transport solutions. No two days are the same, offering a unique blend of technical leadership, stakeholder engagement and project influence.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Recognised expertise in traffic engineering, road safety and transport planning, with substantial experience delivering complex engineering assessments and advice.
• Proven ability to provide authoritative technical leadership and influence strategic decisions across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Extensive knowledge of transport legislation, road safety standards and engineering governance within a regulatory environment.
• Highly developed analytical, risk assessment and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex and sensitive issues.
• A track record of driving continuous improvement, innovation and excellence in the delivery of transport and road network outcomes.

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture
• 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Corporate membership discounts
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs

Application Criteria

• Possession of the essential qualifications and professional registrations required for the role, supported by experience in Local Government and an understanding of associated legislative and governance frameworks.
• Experience managing complex traffic engineering, road safety or transport infrastructure projects, including the delivery of technical assessments, recommendations and outcomes.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes, particularly in complex, sensitive or highly regulated environments
• Demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence through technical leadership, process improvement and the implementation of best practice engineering solutions.

Applications Close: Monday 2 November 2026 at Midnight (AEST)