Senior Strategic Transport Forecaster

Transport for NSW; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking a qualified Transport Modeller to join the Transport Modelling Function in Sydney. You will design and deliver efficient, customer-focused services that support strategic forecasting, modelling and policy decisions across NSW.

You will develop, update, review, calibrate and validate strategic transport models using Emme and other tools to produce robust forecasting outcomes, and provide trusted technical advice to project teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of strategic transport modelling, including model calibration and validation.
• Experience applying transport modelling and analytical tools (Emme, Python) for complex projects.
• Desirable: exposure to operational modelling tools such as Dynameq, SIDRA, Aimsun or Vissim.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with stakeholders to inform decisions.
• Proven ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and communicate outputs clearly.
• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Transport Modelling Function delivering forecasting, modelling and insights for planning and policy decisions.
• Develop, update, review, calibrate and validate strategic transport models using Emme and other tools.
• Provide trusted technical advice and modelling insights to support project development and decision-making.
• Support operational modelling tasks as needed across projects.

Skills

Transport modelling

Emme

Python

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Emme

Python

Dynameq

SIDRA

Aimsun

Vissim

Job description

You may have been part of some big projects before, but this work is legacy-building. Here's your chance to design and deliver efficient, customer-focused services that also enhance accessibility, sustainability and overall quality of living for more people than you've imagined.

In this role, you'll:

• Work within the Transport Modelling Function, which delivers strategic forecasting, modelling and analytical insights that support major transport planning, infrastructure investment and policy decisions across NSW.
• Develop, update, review, calibrate and validate strategic transport models using Emme and other modelling tools to produce robust and defensible forecasting outcomes.
• Provide trusted technical advice and modelling insights to support project development, strategic planning and decision-making in complex transport environments.
• Have the opportunity to provide support in various operational modelling tasks depending on project needs.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

• You have a thorough understanding of strategic transport modelling, including model calibration and validation, and options assessment.
• You have demonstrated experience in applying transport modelling and analytical tools, such as Emme and Python, to deliver complex modelling projects.
• Experience with operational traffic modelling software such as Dynameq, SIDRA, Aimsun or Vissim is highly desirable.
• You have strong attention to detail, demonstrated throughout your transport modelling career.
• You have proven experience working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and building productive relationships with stakeholders to support informed decision-making.
• You have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and are skilled in interpreting and explaining complex data and outputs to a range of audiences.
• You hold tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you'd like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work options may be available.

Applications close 11:59 PM Sunday 1 November 2026

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