About your new role
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated, experienced, and team-oriented person to step into the role of Traffic and Transport Engineer with our Traffic and Transport Team. This is an influential position where you can make a tangible difference to the safety and mobility of people in our community. If you have leadership ambitions, this role is on the pathway to achieving that aspiration.
As one of two Traffic and Transport Engineers reporting to the Coordinator Traffic and Transportation and supported by a Senior Traffic Engineer, you will make a difference daily by providing an efficient and effective engineering service in the areas of customer service, engineering investigation focusing on traffic and transport issues and project management.
You will work collaboratively with other teams to develop a strong team-based approach to the delivery of workloads across the department. This is a technical specialist role where your knowledge and skill will be highly regarded by the team and the organisation. You will support fellow engineers and team members.
This is a full-time permanent role based at the Knox Civic Centre, and we can offer hybrid working arrangements and flexible work options for the right candidate.
This is a Band 6 classified role, remuneration will be $98,353 - $107,416 (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.
The attributes that you will need to thrive in this role are:
- Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and oral, including the ability to gain cooperation from people both within the organisation and outside of Council.
- A sound knowledge of traffic engineering techniques, design and construction of traffic management measures, and the ability to undertake analysis and make recommendations.
- Proficiency in the application of relevant AustRoads guides, Australian Standards, and other relevant technical
reference material, guidelines, legislation, and policy.
- Experience in project-based budget management.
- Strong project management and stakeholder/community consultation skills in the delivery of civil infrastructure projects and ability to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Strong motivation to develop your career.
How to apply
Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the ‘Apply’ button by 11:45pm on Sunday 8 February 2026.
Your cover letter should address the ‘What you will need to thrive’ section from the position description to outline how your experience and skills relate to the role.
All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered.
For further information on this role please contact Shane Hardingham, Coordinator Traffic and Transport, at shane.hardingham@knox.vic.gov.au or on 03 9298 8770.
A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.
Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.
Why work at Knox
Discover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy:
- Accrued or rostered days off available for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements;
- Broad range of leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave;
- Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees;
- Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth;
- Support towards further study;
- 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships;
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges.
To find out more about the benefits of working at Knox City Council, visit knox.vic.gov.au/why-work-knox
Inherent requirements
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Our commitments
Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
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