At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team to enhance road safety and traffic flow across the Gold Coast.
- Company: State government partner focused on impactful engineering projects.
- Benefits: $67.95–$74.00 per hour + 12% Super, with a 2-year contract.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds and providing support for individuals with disabilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in community safety through innovative traffic engineering.
- Qualifications: Bachelor of Engineering and knowledge of traffic principles preferred.
The predicted salary is between 74 - 74 $ per hour.
Our state government partner is seeking a PO3 Engineer (Traffic) to join their team in Nerang, contributing to traffic engineering and road safety initiatives across the state-controlled road network. This is a great opportunity to work on practical projects that improve road safety, traffic flow and network performance across the Gold Coast region.
What's in it for you:
- 2-year contract from September 2026 to August 2028
- $67.95–$74.00 per hour + 12% Super
- Work on meaningful road safety and traffic engineering projects across the region
About the role:
- Provide technical expertise across traffic engineering, road safety and road network operations
- Investigate traffic and road safety issues and develop practical solutions
- Support the delivery of road safety programs and minor works across the region
- Provide technical advice to internal teams and stakeholders
Key responsibilities:
- Investigate, analyse and review traffic and road safety issues across the state-controlled network
- Contribute to the Road Safety Minor Works program and identify value-for-money treatments
- Support project proposals for Road Safety Mass Action Plans, Safer Roads Sooner and Black Spot Programs
- Provide specialist advice on traffic investigations, safety programs, signage and line marking
- Prepare technical reports, correspondence and responses to public and Ministerial enquiries
- Communicate technical information and advice to internal and external stakeholders
- Apply relevant engineering standards, policies, guidelines and legislative requirements
About you:
- Bachelor of Engineering, or an equivalent qualification assessed by Engineers Australia
- Experience or knowledge of traffic engineering and road safety principles will be highly regarded
- Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Current Class C driver's licence and Construction Industry Induction (White Card)
- Ability to work across relevant road infrastructure sites
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via email or phone and indicate your preferred method of communication so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
PO3 Engineer in Gold Coast employer: DFP Recruitment
DFP Recruitment is an exceptional employer that values its employees by offering a supportive work culture and opportunities for professional growth. Located in Deakin, the hybrid work model allows for flexibility while engaging with a high-profile Australian Government agency, ensuring meaningful contributions to the community. Employees benefit from comprehensive training and development programs, fostering a rewarding career path in public service.
