Date: 3 Aug 2026
Location: Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000
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Company: City of Adelaide
Help shape the future of the city
Full time, permanent position
Starting at $136,448 + 12% superannuation
About the Opportunity
As part of the Infrastructure Program, the Senior Transport Planner provides strategic transport, movement and accessibility advice to support the City of Adelaide's Strategic Plan and Integrated Transport Strategy.
Working across a range of city-shaping projects such as Integrated Transport Strategy Implementation, School Travel Safety and creating a new Kerbside Management Policy, you will lead the development and implementation of transport initiatives that improve connectivity, accessibility and mobility throughout the city. The role provides expert advice on transport infrastructure and policy, manages complex projects and stakeholder relationships, and contributes to transport outcomes in partnership with State and Australian Government agencies, consultants and the community.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Tertiary qualifications in civil engineering, traffic engineering, transport planning or a related field, and/or equivalent demonstrated experience.
Extensive (minimum 10-15 years) experience in multi-modal transport planning and infrastructure design, including pedestrian, cycling, micromobility and public transport networks.
Experience on multi-disciplinary projects, with an understanding of urban design and the integration of transport planning and land use.
Knowledge of best practice frameworks, including Movement and Place, the Safe System approach and Healthy Streets.
Strong knowledge of transport-related legislation, standards and guidelines relevant to local government.
Experience managing consultants, procurement activities and transport planning projects.
Demonstrated ability to provide strategic advice, develop policies, prepare grant submissions, manage complex projects and influence transport outcomes. Experience developing business cases would be viewed favourably.
Experience implementing strategies and developing forward works programs, including with alignment with asset renewal programs, and determining project scopes and concepts based on data and framework assessment.
Knowledge and ability to interpret the Road Traffic Act (1961), relevant Australian Standards and Austroads Guidelines, and The Australian Road Rules (1999), DIT’s Code of Technical Requirements including associated Operational Instructions, Guidelines and Standards.
Well-developed stakeholder engagement, consultation and communication skills
About Us
Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!
The Infrastructure Program provides effective whole of life planning and management of our diverse community infrastructure assets and seeks partnerships with government bodies to deliver on Council’s strategic plans, stimulating the local economy and supporting existing community needs and future growth.
At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference. We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.
For Further Enquiries & How to Apply
All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Sean Howie on 08 8203 7331.
Please submit a Resume, and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you would bring to the team addressed to Sean Howie, Team Leader, Traffic & Transport.
Please review the position description prior to submitting an application and follow the prompts to apply.
Applications close at 11.59pm, Sunday 16 August.
Please be advised this is a full time, permanent opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 8 Classification commencing at $136,448 + 12% superannuation.
As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check.
We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 or via email:
[email protected]. Please note, applications received via this email address will not be considered.
