- Develop multi-modal transport network plans, strategies, policies and guidelines
- Contribute to the delivery of contemporary and innovative transport infrastructure across a vibrant and thriving metropolitan
- Rostered Day Off approximately every 3 weeks
- Salary up to $147,295+ super + flexible work options
- We’re moving to Macquarie Park (Australia’s original innovation district) in 2026!
About Us
City of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 140,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy, including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.
Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced professional in the transport planning/traffic engineering industry to lead and manage the Transport Planning Team within Council’s Traffic Services department. This position will support the Manager Traffic Services in developing and delivering innovative transport policies, plans strategies and programs that support City of Ryde’s future transport vision. This role is responsible for shaping an integrated, safe and sustainable transport network that balances future movement needs, place outcomes, road safety, active & public transport and economic growth.
You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, oversee major projects and assets including the Rowe Street East Car Park, manage consultants and budgets, prepare strategic reports and grant submissions, and provide expert advice to Council and government partners. This is a key leadership position requiring strong strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and people management skills to deliver high-quality transport outcomes for the community.
Internally the position is known as Senior Coordinator Transport Planning.
Key Requirements
- Degree in Engineering (Civil), Town Planning, Transport Planning or other relevant discipline, with substantial diversified experience in engineering and some management experience
- Experience in project development for transport related projects
- Sound knowledge of key legislation governing public roads and transport infrastructure, including the Roads Act 1993, the Transport Administration Act 1988, and related statutory frameworks.
- A good understanding of transport modelling such as SIDRA, including the different levels of modelling, their appropriateness for different projects, and their inputs and outputs.
- Demonstrated experience in preparing or responding to policies, plans, strategies and guidelines that aligns with industry accepted transport planning frameworks, engineering standards and practices.
- Excellent business writing skills and ability to produce high quality reports, correspondence etc
- Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to lead, manage and motivate staff
A total salary package of up to $147,295 + superannuation is offered for this position, dependent on your experience and qualifications.
Culture & Benefits
- Commitment to providing opportunities for work/life balance
- Hybrid work from home and office arrangements available
- Flexibility regarding start and finish times to suit your lifestyle
- Work 37.5 hours and enjoy a rostered day off approx. every 3 weeks
- Long service leave after 5 years, then accrued monthly
- 18 weeks paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
- 3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday
- Annual performance reviews and Award increases
- Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
- Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, etc.)
How to Apply
Apply now using our fast, easy to use on-line application process. Please note you do not need a “password” to use our on-line application system, however, you will need to complete your application without “logging-out” of the system. In addition to answering the on-line application questions shown below, you will need to attach your Resume to complete the application process. Please note, you are not required to submit a separate cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.
Closing Date: Sunday 15 March 2026 at 11:30pm
If you would like to know more, please see the Position Description or contact Alex Zhu on 0434 859 375 for a confidential discussion.
City of Ryde is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer