A dynamic local council in Melbourne's Western suburbs is seeking an experienced Traffic & Transport Engineer to join their team on a 4 month contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer with a passion for community engagement to make a real impact by addressing local traffic and transport concerns and improving public safety.

About the Role:

As the Traffic & Transport Engineer, you will play a key role in responding to community enquiries, providing technical advice, and ensuring effective stakeholder engagement across transport-related matters. You'll work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver practical and community-focused solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and respond to community enquiries relating to traffic, transport, and road safety

Provide technical advice on traffic management, road design, parking, and active transport

Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including residents, councillors, and transport authorities

Prepare reports, briefings, and correspondence related to traffic and transport issues

Support the implementation of transport strategies and local area traffic management initiatives

Maintain a strong focus on customer service and timely resolution of community concerns

About You:

Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, Transport Engineering, or a related field

Proven experience in traffic and transport engineering, ideally within local government

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to clearly explain technical matters to non-technical audiences

Solution-focused approach with excellent problem-solving abilities

Experience managing community enquiries is highly desirable

What's On Offer:

$75-85 per hour + super (depending on experience)

4 month contract with the potential for extension

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the local community

Work within a supportive and collaborative council team

Gain valuable experience in public sector traffic and transport projects

If you're passionate about improving transport outcomes for local communities and thrive on stakeholder engagement, we'd love to hear from you!

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