We are looking for an early-career Traffic & Design Engineer who is enthusiastic, eager to learn, and keen to build their technical skills by working alongside experienced engineers in a supportive team environment.
This 6-month temporary contract offers the chance to contribute to a diverse mix of traffic, transport, and civil design projects within a collaborative and high-performing local council.
To succeed in this role, you will need to bring previous local government experience in engineering ideally with 2–3 years of consistent project, traffic, or introductory design experience. We’re particularly interested in candidates who:
- Have experience using CAD for road, drainage, or traffic-related projects;
- Have worked across a variety of local government engineering tasks, even if not at a senior level;
- Understand how local councils operate and can quickly adapt to processes and systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Respond to customer service requests relating to traffic, parking, and street lighting, working closely with the operations team to implement practical solutions.
- Review and approve Traffic Management Plans (TMPs) for both internal delivery teams and external contractors, with a focus on summer festivals and community events.
- Assess applications for WWRR, MOA, and NHRV permits in accordance with relevant legislation and standards.
- Prepare road geometric concept designs for low-risk gravel and rural road construction using CAD, supporting in-house delivery.
- Develop functional and concept traffic and active transport path designs using CAD software.
- Hybrid working arrangements that support work–life balance.
- Work alongside a highly experienced and supportive team of engineers.
- A valuable opportunity for a junior to mid-level engineer to gain local government experience and exposure to varied project types.
- Engage with community-focused initiatives that have a lasting impact on the region.
Experience Required:
- Previous experience/ exposure as an engineer in Victorian local government.
- Tertiary Degree in Civil Engineering recognised by the Institute of Engineers Australia.
- CAD experience in roads, roads and drainage and traffic.
- Project or traffic experience and/or introduction to design experience. (2-3 years consistent experience)
This is your chance to contribute to meaningful infrastructure and transport projects while advancing your career in a local government setting.
About Public Sector People:
Public Sector People are a specialist recruitment agency focused on connecting talent with purpose across the public sector. We partner with local councils, state government, and not-for-profit organisations to provide high-impact, short and long-term placements across Australia.
If you're ready to make a difference and grow your career in a supportive local government environment,
contact Chris at Public Sector People:
�55357;�56551; christopher@publicsectorpeople.com.au
�55357;�56542; (03) 8535 3111
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
