The purpose of the Planner is to support priority planning projects being delivered by the Major Planning Projects (MPP) team, including interface activities with other significant planning projects being delivered outside of TMR.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
Providing technical advice and support relating to multi-modal transport planning projects to enable delivery of integrated, fit-for-purpose transport solutions that meet project and network objectives.
Assist in the project management of integrated multi-modal transport planning projects or significant elements of these studies.
Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to align and integrate transport planning interests and stakeholder needs across projects to ensure stakeholder support.
Undertaking technical research and analysis to resolve complex transport planning problems to ensure project outcomes are fit for purpose, deliver the intended benefits and align with network objectives.
Provide comprehensive administrative support, including coordinating meetings, maintaining spreadsheets and registers, and preparing and delivering documents, reports, correspondence, briefings, and presentations with timely and accurate information.
We recognise and celebrate that everyone is unique and seek the applicant best suited to the role. We will assess your experience, knowledge and acquired skills, as well as your potential for development and your personal qualities. To thrive in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:
Mandatory qualifications and conditions
Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.
Requirements of the role
Technical skills - able to evidence knowledge and skills in the transport planning/planning discipline in one or more of the following areas: transport infrastructure planning (public or active transport), bus network planning, option development and assessment, transport modelling or related relevant transport planning areas.
Communication and stakeholder engagement - able to communicate in a clear, concise manner and is considerate of the audience and stakeholder or customer interests.
Technical analysis - experience and evidence of undertaking research, critical and technical analysis, considering project options, solving problems, and effectively communicating findings and recommendations for transport planning projects.
Timely advice and achieving results - provide timely advice and inputs to meet deadlines and applies skills and knowledge to maintain a high standard of practice and achieve the best results for the organisation and our customers.
Some of the additional benefits this opportunity offers include:
Work/life balance, including 'flex time' and flexible work arrangements and a working from home option.
City location close to active and public transport, with just over a 10 minute walk from Central Station.
Work with a supportive team, with a high level of training and development invested in each staff member
Generous leave and superannuation
For more information on the full list of responsibilities, requirements of the role and how to apply for this exciting opportunity, please read the Role Description and Applicant Guide.
Greg Buffini, Manager (Major Planning Projects) can be contacted on (07) 3066 4246 should you have any questions regarding this role.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/695360/26
Closing Date: Wednesday, 29 July 2026<space>This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
