Graduate Traffic Engineer x 2

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 435,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

This is an excellent temporary, full-time opportunity for up to 12 months, for 2 x talented and qualified young professionals, who are passionate about providing a safe and sustainable local traffic and transport network. This is an entry level role and we are seeking someone with the passion and talent to grow and develop in the role, creating a long-term future and career with us.

Role responsibilities includes:

• Assist in the provision of a safe and sustainable local traffic and transport network that ensures the needs of the community are met
• Use your critical thinking skills to research, investigate and analyse solutions or strategies in response to traffic or land use issues
• Provide effective, technically correct and pragmatic documentation and advice for projects and customer requests within formally agreed time frames, compliant with relevant standards
• Develop draft briefs for design of minor traffic engineering works
• Assist with the management of traffic/transport projects
• Assist in preparing draft grant applications for external funding of traffic and transport related works, studies and services
• Respond to customer requests relating to traffic and parking management issues.

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent – or nearing completion by being enrolled in the final semester of study
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations 
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Ability to work in a team environment 
• Current class “C” driver’s licence.

Desirable:

• Formal course completion in traffic engineering, transport planning, traffic modelling and road design
• Proficiency in CAD. 

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $1,506.24 per week
• 35-hour working week 
• Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11.5% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

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  Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:

1. Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach. 
2. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
3. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.
   
   Best of luck.

Closing date:           Friday 9 August 2024, 11.59 pm   

Contact officer:       Hendrik Roux on 9839 6269

Internal ref:              BCC1957 and BCC1958 - temporary