Traffic Professional Engineer

Council Jobs; Fairfield; Hybrid; AUD 99,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements (hybrid)

Study assistance (up to 10 days)

Wellbeing initiatives (flu vaccination

Onsite gym

Free onsite parking

5 days MyLeave annually

Long Service Leave after 5 years

Job summary

Fairfield City Council is seeking an experienced Professional Engineer (Traffic) to join the Traffic & Transport team. The role focuses on delivering safe and sustainable transport outcomes across the City, with responsibilities spanning analysis, development assessments, reports, and project management for traffic, parking and road safety.

The successful candidate will collaborate with residents, developers and agencies, interpret SIDRA outputs, and apply Austroads and TfNSW standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent qualification suitable for Engineers Australia membership).
• Demonstrated experience in traffic and/or transport engineering.
• Ability to interpret and apply SIDRA outputs and Australian Standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional advice on traffic, parking, road safety and transport matters.
• Undertake technical analysis, investigations and assessments and prepare reports.
• Manage projects and consultants and contribute to transport initiatives.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Road safety

Transport principles

Written communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Customer service

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoTurn

SIDRA outputs

Job description

Fairfield City Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Professional Engineer (Traffic) to join our Traffic & Transport team within the City Delivery Directorate.

Reporting to the Coordinator Traffic & Transport, you will play a key role in delivering safe, efficient and sustainable transport outcomes across Fairfield City. Working on a diverse range of traffic engineering projects, investigations and assessments, you will provide professional advice on traffic, parking, road safety and transport matters, undertake technical analysis and investigations, assess development applications, prepare reports and recommendations, manage projects and consultants, and contribute to the planning and delivery of initiatives that support the City's road network and broader transport objectives.

This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with residents, developers, government agencies and internal stakeholders to address complex traffic and transport challenges, improve road safety, and help shape the future movement of people and goods throughout the Fairfield local government area.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

ABOUT YOU:

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent qualification suitable for membership of Engineers Australia).
• Current NSW Class C Driver Licence.
• Demonstrated experience in traffic and/or transport engineering.
• Experience using AutoCAD and AutoTurn.
• Ability to interpret and apply SIDRA outputs.
• Strong understanding of traffic engineering, road safety, transport and freight principles.
• Demonstrated ability to apply relevant Australian Standards, Austroads Guides and TfNSW requirements.
• Highly developed written communication skills, including preparation of technical reports and committee reports.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate complex traffic and parking matters.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and stakeholder expectations.
• Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement skills.

SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Permanent full-time position, working 35 hours per week
• This positionis a Grade 6, with a commencing salary range of $99,134 p.a. with progression to $104,153 p.a. on demonstrated competencies, with performance progression to $116,122 p.a.

Fairfield City Council offers a great working environment, where your career development and work life balance matters. We offer a range of benefits including:

• Flexible work arrangements such as a hybrid work arrangement
• Study assistance including up to 10 days Study Leave
• Wellbeing initiatives including flu vaccination, discounted gym memberships and onsite gym
• Free onsite parking
• Enjoy additional leave benefits, including 5 days MyLeave annually
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years

FURTHER CONTACTS:

Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Sandra Slewa, Coordinator Traffic & Transport on (02) 9725 0***. A Position Description is available on Council's careers website.

CLOSING DATE:

Monday, 30 November 2026 at 5:00pm

Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia, and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.