Classification: Infrastructure Officer 5
Salary: $178,704 plus superannuation
Position No: 72249
Directorate: City and Environment
Advertised (Gazettal date): 25 August 2026
Contact Officer: Chris Bunnik on [email protected] or (02) 6207 5223
Details: Shape the Future of Canberra's Traffic Signal Network
Roads ACT within City and Environment Directorate (CED) is seeking an experienced and motivated leader to join the Traffic Signals Group as the Assistant Director, SCATS and Signals. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the management and optimisation of the ACT's traffic signal network and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), supporting safer, smarter and more efficient transport outcomes for Canberra's growing community.
As part of the Road and Path Network team, you will lead a specialist group responsible for the operation of Canberra's traffic signals using the Sydney Coordinated Adaptive Traffic System (SCATS), management of Intelligent Transport Systems, and delivery of traffic signal infrastructure programs. You will also provide expert technical advice on major infrastructure projects, development applications, and emerging transport technologies.
This leadership position is responsible for:
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Manage all aspects of the day-to-day operation and control of traffic signals in the ACT using SCATS.
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Manage the development and implementation of traffic signal personality standards and tables to ensure a high standard of efficiency, reliability and consistency across the Territory.
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Provide timely advice on Capital Works projects and Development Applications involving traffic signals and participate in the development and management of the traffic signals elements of the Directorate’s Capital Upgrades Program (CUP).
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Liaise with Transport Canberra Light Rail, Canberra Metro & Canberra Metro Operations with respect to the development, commissioning, problem resolution and ongoing upgrading of traffic signal personalities in relation to the integration with current and future stages of the ACT’s Light Rail Network.
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Provide both routine and complex professional and technical advice to Government, the Directorate and the wider community.
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Adhere to the TCCS Code of Practice, values and behaviours and the Respect, Equity and Diversity (RED) framework ensuring professional conduct and confidentiality is maintained at all times; ensure compliance with TCCS policies, procedures, systems and processes; ensure that Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) principles are understood and adhered to across the business unit.
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This position involves direct supervision of three traffic signal officers and additional positions that may be created over time.
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a collaborative and solutions-focused leader with:
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Demonstrated high level knowledge and experience in traffic signal operations, traffic signal design, SCATS operations and controller personality development.
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Demonstrated high level knowledge in traffic signal personalities, with the ability to develop complex personalities including light rail operations, establish standards including dictionaries and standard tables and train team members in personality development.
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Effective leadership skills with the ability to supervise staff, manage priorities and resources and develop skills across a team.
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Effective oral and written communication, liaison, representation, and coordination skills with a demonstrated ability to consistently provide high-quality customer service.
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A commitment to the ACTPS Values, workplace diversity, inclusion, safety and respectful behaviours.
Eligibility and Requirements
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Relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Project Management or another related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
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Traffic modelling experience and knowledge of Intelligent Transport Systems will be highly regarded.
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A current ACT or equivalent C-Class Driver Licence is required.
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The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment check.
Why Join Us?
At the City and Environment Directorate, our work helps shape Canberra's future. You will have the opportunity to lead critical transport technology initiatives, contribute to strategic transport outcomes and work with a dedicated team committed to delivering services that make a real difference to the community. We offer a supportive workplace, flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities and a culture that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Eligibility/Other Requirements:
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Visa holders are eligible to apply for both permanent and temporary roles. Those with eligible visas may be considered for permanent employment, while individuals with temporary residency or limited-duration visas may be offered permanent employment for the duration of their visas.
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Hold a relevant professional qualification in Engineering, Architecture or Project Management or accreditation with a professional body recognised within Australia (tertiary qualification in civil/water resource engineering desirable); or hold a relevant building degree; or have significant building or Infrastructure knowledge and/or project management experience. Traffic modelling skills and experience are highly desirable.
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A Degree in a relevant technical field and associated experience; or other qualifications and relevant technical experience deemed equivalent.
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Driver’s licence (C-class).
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This position does require a pre-employment check.
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This position does not require a Working with Vulnerable People check.
Note: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.
How to Apply: Please submit
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a supporting statement of no more than three pages outlining experience and/or ability and clearly addressing each of the requirements listed in Selection Criteria’ section in the attached Position Description.
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a current curriculum vitae including names of two referees.
Applications should be submitted .
Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.
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