Traffic Management Officer

Division/Section: Infrastructure and Operations

Position Type: Permanent Full- Time

Salary Range: Base Salary LGO 3 - 5 (78,412 - $95,030) per annum + superannuation. Based on skills, qualifications and experience

Location: Townsville

Application Close: 11:45pm, Monday 31 st August 2026.

About The Role

This position operates in a complex, dynamic environment as a technical specialist, accountable for developing and reviewing Traffic Guidance Schemes and Traffic Management plans. You will ensure compliant implementation through the means of work site auditing which ensures consistent, efficient and safe operations at our worksites and safety for road users within the community.

You will play a significant role in the safety of council’s workforce, prevention of major delays to the delivery of projects and services to the community, as well as playing an important role in the preparation for the management of disaster events.

About You

In this role, you will require a minimum of two years’ experience in traffic management, TC Level 1 (RIIWHS205D - Traffic Control), TC Level 2 (RIIWHS302D - Traffic Management Implementation), Traffic Management Design or willing to obtain, a current Queensland “C” class driver’s licence (manual), a Construction Industry General Induction and Construction Industry “white” card. It is desirable that you hold a First Aid Certificate.

You will have a strong ability to interpret complex legislation and recommend, design and deliver policy, procedure and learning materials based on legislative interpretation and best practice.

You will require advanced communication and negotiation skills to influence decisions, actions or perceptions of technical specialists, work teams, and broader organisations (contractors and legislative bodies) to gain consistency of practices across Council.

Finally, you will possess high level problem solving and risk management skills to make decisions and quickly resolves issues that may impact on business delivery to maximise work package throughput and continually improve procedures and processes that support this function.

For Further Information Review The Position Description.

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.

We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:

5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave 14 weeks paid Parental Leave Domestic and Family Violence Leave Natural Disaster Leave Uniforms and PPE provided (if applicable) Annual wage progression Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members Salary Sacrifice opportunities Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses Employee Assistance Program The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.

Contact Person: Ray

Contact Email: rgh@townsville.qld.gov.au (for position enquiries only)

How To Apply

Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact hr_recruitment@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.

Attachments

Traffic Management Officer_PD.pdf