Transport Planner

Ipswich City Council; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 103,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive culture

Flex time

Diversity

Learning & development

Health & wellbeing

Annual leave

Salary packaging

Job summary

Ipswich City Council is seeking a Transport Planner to drive implementation of the iGO Ipswich Transport Strategy 2025 and provide specialist input across broad transport planning projects shaping the city’s growth.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust plans for roads, public transport, walking, cycling, parking and freight while advancing mobility for the Ipswich community.

Qualifications

• A bachelor degree in urban planning or engineering.
• Current Queensland 'C' class driver's licence.
• Commitment to safety, wellbeing, collaboration and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate research, analysis and forecasting of citywide travel patterns and demands, including survey and data collection activities.
• Provide transport planning input and advice for citywide, area and corridor plans, policies for roads, PT, active travel, parking and freight.
• Identify, investigate, prioritise and scope transport infrastructure projects to inform Council’s delivery program.
• Advise on State Government infrastructure projects and major development applications affecting the city.
• Collaborate with Council departments, government agencies, stakeholders and the community to shape mobility in Ipswich.

Education

Bachelor degree in urban planning or engineering

C class driver's licence

Job description

About The Role

Transport planning shapes how people and goods move—today and into the future. It focuses on identifying smart transport solutions that boost the economy, protect the environment, and enhance the quality of life for our community.

As a Transport Planner, you’ll play a key role in Council’s Transport and Traffic Team, driving the implementation of the iGO Ipswich Transport Strategy 2025. You will provide specialist techical input and advice on a diverse range of transport planning projects that influence how the city grows.

This role gives you the chance to expand your transport planning skills, collaborate with dynamic multidisciplinary teams, and grow professionally in a supportive, flexible workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate research, analysis and forecasting of citywide travel patterns and demands, including survey and data collection activities, to understand where and how people move around the city


• Provide transport planning input and advice that contributes to the development of citywide, area and corridor level transport plans, strategies and policies for roads, public transport, active travel (walking and cycling), parking, and freight


• Identify, investigate, prioritise and scope transport infrastructure projects to inform Council’s infrastructure delivery program


• Provide transport planning advice on State Government infrastructure projects for the city, major development applications and Council’s strategic land use planning and advocacy activities


• Collaborate with other Council departments, government agencies, external stakeholders and the community to help shape the future of mobility across Ipswich

View the position description for more details about the role.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution in a related discipline such as urban planning or engineering.


• Current Queensland “C” class driver’s licence.


• Belief in our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership

About The Benefits

This is a permanent full time role with a salary commencing at $114,994 plus 12.5% superannuation.

• Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive


• Work/Life balance: Flex time and a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions


• Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making


• Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends


• Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health


• Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options


• Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more

About Us

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:

Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.

We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

Join us

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.

Closing date: 19 November 2026

Please direct any related questions to [e-mail].

Pre Employment Screening

Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.