At a Glance
- Tasks: Improve road network performance and safety through innovative solutions and stakeholder collaboration.
- Company: Transport for NSW, dedicated to connecting communities with a safe transport system.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work options, overtime rates, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with flexible work options and support for Aboriginal people and those with disabilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community by enhancing transport efficiency and safety.
- Qualifications: Experience in traffic or engineering, strong analytical skills, and effective communication.
The predicted salary is between 123300 - 150700 $ per year.
You enjoy solving problems in a complex environment to deliver the best outcomes for millions of people. You'll tackle challenges head-on, utilising your technical expertise to build sustainable, innovative, and resilient solutions from start to finish.
In this role, you'll:
- Join our Network Operations team where you will play a key part in improving the performance, safety and efficiency of the NSW road network, supporting initiatives that help keep people and goods moving across our Eastern Sydney region.
- Work alongside a broad range of stakeholders to deliver effective network outcomes, balancing operational requirements, customer needs and safety considerations.
- Help shape practical solutions that support the ongoing performance of the transport network.
- Be involved in network improvement projects, operational planning activities and the delivery of initiatives that enhance the way the road network functions.
- Support responses to planned and unplanned events, helping to ensure the network operates as effectively as possible.
You will:
- Identify and implement initiatives that improve network performance, efficiency and safety outcomes.
- Review traffic signal designs and provide specialist recommendations to support effective and compliant network operations.
- Develop and implement traffic signal and SCATS operational strategies that enhance traffic flow and road safety outcomes.
- Review network changes and provide recommendations that support operational effectiveness.
- Conduct site inspections, audits and operational assessments to inform decision-making.
- Prepare reports, briefings and technical documentation to support project and operational outcomes.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across government, local councils and industry to achieve shared objectives.
- Support the delivery of network improvement projects within agreed scope, standards and timeframes.
- Assist with event and incident planning, response and operational activities when required.
This is a permanent full-time position offering hybrid working options from our South Eveleigh office. Please note that whilst this is not a shift work position, this role will involve working outside of standard business hours, including some weekends and public holidays and will require some travel due to the operational nature of this team. Attractive overtime and penalty rates will apply in line with our Award.
About you
You are an experienced traffic or engineering professional with a strong understanding of road network operations, traffic signal systems and/or network performance principles. You bring demonstrated experience working within complex operational environments and are motivated by the opportunity to improve outcomes for road users and communities across NSW. You are naturally analytical and enjoy investigating issues, interpreting information and identifying practical solutions. You thrive in environments where priorities can shift, bringing a proactive mindset, sound judgement and a commitment to delivering quality outcomes. You communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences and build credibility through your collaborative approach. You are comfortable working with a broad range of stakeholders and value building productive relationships that support successful outcomes. You enjoy contributing to a positive team culture, sharing knowledge and working collaboratively to achieve common goals. A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience, will support your success in this role. Exposure to SCATS or a similar traffic management platform would be advantageous, although not essential.
Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers. Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy. Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply.
Senior Network Operations Officer East in Sydney employer: Transport for NSW
Transport for NSW is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and work-life balance of its employees while delivering impactful infrastructure projects. Located in Newcastle, this role offers a collaborative work culture with opportunities for professional growth, as well as a commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. Join us in making a difference in the community while advancing your career in a supportive environment focused on achieving Net Zero goals.
