The details:

What we do:  the Integrated Transport Planning (ITP) team transforms ideas into reality by leading Council’s transport planning programs.  We ask the questions about what the community of Moreton Bay needs for a better transport future; and answer them with multi-modal, integrated studies and investigations that inform future capital works projects and programs.   

How we fit: If you want to influence how our future transport networks looks, works and performs; the ITP team is for you.  By working with colleagues such as those in strategic infrastructure planning and land-use/place-making, ITP investigate the need for, and decide on the best option to provide, new or upgraded movement networks across our region.  Our investigations directly influence which projects are actually delivered.

What motivates us: to ensure that the right projects are delivered where and when they are needed; that they deliver the best community outcomes possible; and they are consistent with Council’s strategic direction, such as the polycentric city vision, the Integrated Transport Strategy and Public Transport Framework.

How it effects the community: Success for us is having our community realise greater and more efficient options for movement and access into the future.  Better sustainability, safety, efficiency and reliability in every day transport is what we want to see for Moreton Bay’s residents, including improving our transport for pedestrians, cyclists and getting better integration between modes and land uses.

About our opportunity

Newly created role to meet the needs of our growing, new city!

As recently as 2023 Council was designated city status, and a successful city needs efficient and effective transport, and that transport - regardless if it’s a private, pubic or active mode - depends on a reliable network, and that network requires planning which best responds to and caters for the demands of the existing and growing population alike, be it residents, workers, students or visitors.

And to help with that planning Council requires this role, within the Integrated Transport Planning (ITP) team, to lead the establishment and achievement of multi-modal and network principles and outcomes that especially consider public transport and the context of regional, strategic and land use planning and development growth within the City of Moreton Bay (CMB).

Accordingly, as our Lead Transport Planner, you will have the opportunity to lead ITPD input on, responses to, and meeting the actions of, Council’s corporate and strategic documents and directions, including (but not limited to):

• the corporate plan and specifically the KPIs it has adopted from Council’s Integrated Transport Strategy (ITS);
• Public Transport (PT) outcomes, as established by other planning studies and Council’s own PT Framework;
• key planning documents such as the LGIP and Council’s Planning Scheme (and any future new versions or amendments); and
• relevant strategies, such as Council’s Environment and Sustainability Strategy, Growth Management Strategy and the Regional Economic Development Strategy (REDS).

You will also be the primary and lead contact for all property matters referred to ITPD that are not project related, such as general road reserve or boundary and private property adjustments that would impact the existing or planned transport network.

About you

A unique and interesting role ready for a skilled leader and passionate transport professional! 

We are seeking someone who has strong skills in technical leadership and the ability to lead others and work to guide project outcomes. 

You will have experience in planning, strategy and policy development in integrated transport planning and transport infrastructure delivery. You will bring knowledge from and demonstrated professional experience in a similar role, including developing and reviewing project and planning scopes, briefs and specifications and reviewing and drafting operational, strategic and policy level documentation. 

You will have and be able educate others on contemporary best practice transport planning and design principles, standards and legislation. You will be a willing and collaborative communicator - ready to support others. 

You will have a Degree in a relevant field such as Urban and Regional Planning, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or Traffic and Transport.

Our Integrated Transport Planning team is a technically diverse group, who are highly collaborative and passionate about achieving high quality results for our community. We are focused on delivering on our corporate values of Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability - we are seeking people who resonate with these values.

Position Description

 Position Description - Lead Transport Planner - Integrated Transport Planning.pdf

Why join the City of Moreton Bay Team?

As the third largest local government area in Australia and the fifth fastest growing region, the Moreton Bay region boasts beautiful beaches and waterways, amazing manufacturing hubs and picturesque hinterland hamlets. Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys all the traditional Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal country has to offer within our region.

With a diverse workforce of more than 2,000 team members dedicated to servicing the needs and enhancing the lifestyle of nearing 500,000 residents, each team member has an intrinsic ability to impact our community. Whether you’re a manager or working on the frontline, your role will make a difference - bring your expertise and join our driven team today.

Aside from an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a diverse and growing organisation, we offer a range of team member benefits including:

• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Free flu vaccinations every year.
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities.
• We are proud to offer opportunities to develop your career within a local government organisation and our team members are encouraged to undertake study for career development in their area of employment under our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Generous employer and employee super contribution scheme.
• Salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• We want you and your family to feel well supported when you need it most - as a team member you will have access our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline, chaplaincy program and our Mates in Construction program.
• Flexibility depends on the type of work you do but could include options such as work from home, part time, 9-day fortnights and flexible days. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you!

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.

Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a National Police History Check as part of the recruitment process for this role.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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