Senior Traffic Engineer

City of Port Adelaide Enfield; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Port Adelaide Enfield seeks a Senior Traffic Engineer to advise on traffic engineering and transport planning across strategic and operational projects. You will lead technical discussions, manage complex transport issues, and help create a safer, more accessible network for residents and visitors.

You will influence the delivery of walking, cycling and parking initiatives, review developments for transport outcomes, and mentor colleagues within the Transport Team.

Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience in traffic management or transport planning, with sound knowledge of relevant legislation and standards.
• Experience managing traffic and transport projects, reviewing developments and preparing reports for boards or councils.
• Knowledge of road design, traffic control, walking and cycling infrastructure, and transport modelling software.
• A collaborative, customer-focused approach and the ability to lead and support others.

Responsibilities

• Providing expert advice on traffic engineering, transport planning, parking, cycling and pedestrian infrastructure.
• Supporting the delivery of the Integrated Transport Strategy and Walking & Cycling Plan.
• Managing investigations into traffic safety concerns and developing practical, innovative solutions.
• Reviewing development applications and land divisions to ensure positive transport outcomes.
• Liaising with government agencies, developers, consultants and community stakeholders on significant transport projects.
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to colleagues across the Transport Team.
• Contributing to the delivery of traffic and transport capital works programs.
• Supervising and/or leading employees where needed to meet operational needs.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Transport planning

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Tools

Transport modelling software

Job description

Join City of Port Adelaide Enfield as our next Senior Traffic Engineer and play a key role in delivering innovative transport solutions that support our growing community.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence strategic transport outcomes, provide expert engineering advice, and help shape a connected, accessible and sustainable transport network for residents, businesses and visitors alike.

This is a Full-Time Permanent role.

About Us

At the City of Port Adelaide Enfield (PAE), we’re building a welcoming, liveable city, made by people.

Our focus is on community, our economy, environmental sustainability and building high-quality places for people to enjoy. We’re on an ambitious trajectory, but our organisation is up for the challenge.

At PAE, we’re involved in all sorts of things - major construction through to environmental management, organising events, social infrastructure planning, and library services. We are proud of offering a wide range of accessible services and programs to our community.

You don’t need experience in local government for this role, we’re looking for transferrable skills and a great attitude.

Now’s a great time to be part of PAE.

About theRole

You will be the Council's specialist adviser on traffic engineering and transport planning matters. Working across a broad range of strategic and operational projects, you'll provide technical leadership, manage complex transport issues, and contribute to initiatives that improve safety, accessibility and connectivity throughout the community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing expert advice on traffic engineering, transport planning, parking, cycling and pedestrian infrastructure.
• Supporting the delivery of Council's Integrated Transport Strategy and Walking & Cycling Plan.
• Managing investigations into traffic safety concerns and developing practical, innovative solutions.
• Reviewing development applications and land divisions to ensure positive transport outcomes.
• Liaising with government agencies, developers, consultants and community stakeholders on significant transport projects.
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to colleagues across the Transport Team.
• Contributing to the delivery of traffic and transport capital works programs.
• Supervising and/or leading employees where needed to meet operational needs.

About You

You are an experienced traffic engineering or transport planning professional who combines strong technical expertise with constructive leadership and a genuine commitment to delivering positive outcomes for the community. You communicate clearly, build effective relationships and use sound judgement, innovative thinking and political awareness to navigate complex issues and changing priorities.

• At least five years’ experience in traffic management or transport planning, with sound knowledge of relevant legislation and standards.
• Experience managing traffic and transport projects, reviewing developments and preparing reports for boards or councils.
• Knowledge of road design, traffic control, walking and cycling infrastructure, and transport modelling software.
• A collaborative, customer-focused approach and the ability to lead and support others.

More information can be foundinthe Position Descriptionlocatedbelow.

This position is classified at Level 7 with a current salary of $124,098 per annum plus superannuation.

At PAE, our values guide us to work together, strive for improvement, and make a positive impact in our community. We seek people who share these values.#bettertogether #growandimprove #makeadifference.

We value diversity and inclusion, and weencourageapplicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Applications close 10:00pm on Sunday 1 November 2026

We maycommenceinterviews prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

We’re committed to an accessible, inclusive workplace and welcome discussions about any adjustments you may need.

The City of PAE is located on Kaurna Country. We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the traditional custodians of the Adelaide region and extend ourrespect to custodians and Elders who have passed, those amongst us and those emerging.

The City of PAE is a welcoming, liveable City: made by people. It boasts a rich history across 52 suburbs and is home to 130,000 residents from diverse cultures, plus more than 8,000 businesses. We are committed to fostering a workforce that reflects community diversity and promoting a fair, equitable, and safe workplace culture. Continuous learning is vital for our ability to support the community effectively, and attract and retain great staff. Our contemporary systems, processes and tools enable us to deliver managing outcomes while our assets and finances are managed with good stewardship. We prioritise community input in decision-making and we show courage and foresight in our work.

The City of PAE is a welcoming, liveable City: made by people. It boasts a rich history across 52 suburbs and is home to 130,000 residents from diverse cultures, plus more than 8,000 businesses. We are committed to fostering a workforce that reflects community diversity and promoting a fair, equitable, and safe workplace culture. Continuous learning is vital for our ability to support the community effectively, and attract and retain great staff. Our contemporary systems, processes and tools enable us to deliver managing outcomes while our assets and finances are managed with good stewardship. We prioritise community input in decision-making and we show courage and foresight in our work.