Transport Policy Analyst

City of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Care and cultural leave

Flexible working

Public transport access at city centre

Leadership development program

Education reimbursement

External courses and conferences

Long service awards

Employee assistance program

Job summary

City of Sydney is seeking a Transport Policy Analyst to support analysis, development and implementation of transport strategies, policies and plans. You will work within the City Access and Transport Unit to realise Sustainable Sydney 2030–2050 outcomes.

The Successful Candidate will have experience in transport policy, strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and in an agile team. A commitment to WHS, EEO and cultural diversity is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport policy analysis and development.
• Qualifications in transport planning/engineering/geography or related discipline, or significant relevant experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analysis, development and implementation of City transport strategies, policies, plans and projects.
• Contribute to agile team activities and independent work in a fast-moving environment.
• Support equality, safety and cultural diversity principles in project delivery.

Skills

Transport policy

Policy analysis

Written & verbal communication

Independent work in agile team

Equal employment & safety commitment

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Transport Planning/Engineering/Geography/Planning

Job description

About The Role

As part of the City Access and Transport Unit, the Transport Policy Analyst position assists in the analysis, development and implementation of the City’s transport strategies, policies, plans and projects. These transport and access initiatives help to realise the outcomes in the City’s strategic plans, including Sustainable Sydney 2030 - 2050.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Demonstrated experience in transport policy, analysis and development.


• Tertiary qualifications in Transport Planning, Transport Engineering, Geography, Planning or related discipline, or significant relevant experience;


• Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.


• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and independently in a fast moving work environment, as part of an agile team.


• Demonstrated commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity, Work, Health and Safety and Cultural Diversity principles

This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and a criminal history check.

What We Can Offer You

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance


• Collaborative approach to flexible working


• City centre head office, with many public transport options.


• Leadership and management development program


• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave


• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences


• Long service and employee recognition awards


• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive families


• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave


• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave


• Part-time and job-sharing options available


• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia


• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network


• Recognised family inclusive workplace

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to join us.

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at [e-mail] or 02 9265 9333.

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 - 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.