• Full Time/9 Day Fortnight/36 hours per week
• $101,616 - $117,924 based on experience
• Position Brief - Traffic Engineering Officer

About the team 

The Traffic Engineering team is a fun, dynamic team within the Transport Operations Business Unit. Our primary focus is to ensure that the City of Gold Coast (City) has a safe and efficient transport system that is responsive to the community’s needs and supports the achievement of economic, environmental and social objectives.

We work under the strategic intent of the City of Gold Coast’s Corporate Plan and implement the Gold Coast City Transport Strategy 2031. This framework seeks to ensure the city has a safe and efficient transport system which is responsive to the needs of the community and supports the achievement of economic, environmental and social objectives.

We also work closely with many delivery partners, including the City’s development and transport planning teams and the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads to plan and manage the transport system as 'one network'.

About the role 

You will provide professional traffic engineering advice and make your mark on the City’s transport infrastructure. Working with the Coordinator Traffic Engineering and Senior Traffic Engineering Officers, you will engineer operational and innovative solutions to ensure the City’s transport system is safe, efficient and sustainable. You will be involved in road infrastructure improvements, traffic system upgrades, active transport, public transport and road safety infrastructure projects.
You will be required to respond to traffic and parking enquiries, investigate and solve traffic engineering issues, undertake traffic and parking studies, investigate cyclist and pedestrian safety issues and provide advice on technical issues. Specific responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Identify solutions to complex traffic management, road safety, parking, pedestrian, cyclist and public transport issues.
• Conduct autonomous field investigations.
• Review infrastructure design drawings to ensure compliance with relevant standards and Council policies.
• Develop and review signage and line marking plans.
• Undertake road safety audits, crash investigations and speed limit reviews.
• Liaise with both internal and external stakeholders including residents, Councillors and State Government agencies.
• Provide input into the development of internal policies and procedures.
• Respond to customer and Councillor requests utilising Council’s customer request management software.
• Prepare reports and correspondence in relation to transport and traffic engineering matters, including Council Committee Agenda Items.

We’re looking for people who have: 

• Bachelor Degree of Civil Engineering, or demonstrated equivalent experience and knowledge working in the traffic and transport sector.
• Drivers licence class “C” is unrestricted so that you can drive to site.
• WHS Licence General Construction White Card.
• A can-do attitude and have a passion for health and safety.
• Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to solve complex problems and confidence to provide sound advice, options and recommendations to influence positive outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to form good working relationships with key stakeholders and service providers both internal and external.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future 

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.  

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:   

• 9-day fortnight  

• Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations  

• Personal and professional development courses 

• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport  

• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member 

• 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year 

How to apply
To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.

Contact Person Catherine Molnar

Contact Email cmolnar@goldcoast.qld.gov.au  

Closing Date Tuesday 3rd March 2026 / 11:59pm   

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.  

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We consider all qualified candidates for employment, irrespective of race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics by law.