Band 5, $77,289 - $95.592 + super + monthly day off Full time – ongoing roleHybrid work model, Officer location This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to safer, smarter traffic solutions across our municipality while working alongside a supportive and collaborative team. Together, Different Future  As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.  We’re looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.  Why this role matters As a Traffic Engineer, you’ll play a key role in shaping how our community moves. From planning and designing local traffic improvements to engaging with residents and stakeholders, your work will directly enhance road safety and liveability. What you’ll be doing Managing Councils Customer Service traffic requests, including managing minor road improvement works (line marking, signage, concreting). Coordinating projects related to the planning, design, and construction of civil works for Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) improvements Collaborating with consultants, contractors, internal teams, and external authorities to deliver high-quality traffic solutions Managing capital works programs, including investigation, planning, and project delivery Responding to internal and external inquiries with practical design solutions Engaging with Service Authorities and local communities on traffic treatment designs and locations What you’ll bring Good communication skills, both verbal and written. A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline Experience in traffic engineering, road safety, or similar fields Strong project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Proficiency in engineering software and tools Knowledge of relevant Australian safety standards and government regulations How to apply Please complete the online application form, including uploading your resume and a brief cover letter Applications close, 27th February 2026 For further information please review the position description or speak to Nicholas Charrett on 03 5943 4421 Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.  All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check. You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.  Position Description AUD Officer 3809

Traffic Engineer

Band 5, $77,289 - $95.592 + super + monthly day off
Full time – ongoing role
Hybrid work model, Officer location
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to safer, smarter traffic solutions across our municipality while working alongside a supportive and collaborative team.

Together, Different Future 

As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future. 

We’re looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community. 

Why this role matters

As a Traffic Engineer, you’ll play a key role in shaping how our community moves. From planning and designing local traffic improvements to engaging with residents and stakeholders, your work will directly enhance road safety and liveability.

What you’ll be doing

Managing Councils Customer Service traffic requests, including managing minor road improvement works (line marking, signage, concreting).
Coordinating projects related to the planning, design, and construction of civil works for Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) improvements
Collaborating with consultants, contractors, internal teams, and external authorities to deliver high-quality traffic solutions
Managing capital works programs, including investigation, planning, and project delivery
Responding to internal and external inquiries with practical design solutions
Engaging with Service Authorities and local communities on traffic treatment designs and locations

What you’ll bring

Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
Experience in traffic engineering, road safety, or similar fields
Strong project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Proficiency in engineering software and tools
Knowledge of relevant Australian safety standards and government regulations

How to apply

Please complete the online application form, including uploading your resume and a brief cover letter
Applications close, 27th February 2026
For further information please review the position description or speak to Nicholas Charrett on 03 5943 4421

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624. 

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role. 

Position Description

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Traffic Engineer

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