About us
Dungog Shire Council supports a growing rural community of almost 10,000 residents in the vibrant and picturesque Hunter region of NSW. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing and consistent delivery of local services that are valued by our community and will be for generations to come.
It is anticipated that our population will grow by 1.9% per annum over the next 20 years as per the Hunter Regional Plan, higher than the state growth average. With an additional 2,400 dwellings to be provided over the term of the Hunter Regional Plan, Dungog will be the second fastest growing LGA in the Hunter Region.
Dungog is ideally located just over an hour north of Newcastle and within close proximity to a range of other regional hubs in the Hunter Valley, such as Maitland and Raymond Terrace. We have an enviable lifestyle with easy access to World Heritage listed sites, such as Barrington Tops National Park.
Your next opportunity
Following a comprehensive service review, Council is implementing Phase 2 of the Infrastructure & Assets transformation , focused on strengthening middle management, clarifying accountabilities, improving coordination and ensuring our services are sustainable, well-governed and future-ready.
As part of this transformation we are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Traffic & Road Safety Officer to help create safer roads and stronger communities across our region. Working within the Infrastructure & Assets team, you will lead Council's traffic management and road safety functions, providing expert advice on traffic and transport matters while delivering initiatives that improve road safety outcomes for residents and visitors.
This is a diverse role that combines technical traffic and transport responsibilities with community engagement, education and behavioural change programs. You will work closely with Transport for NSW, NSW Police, schools, community groups and local stakeholders to identify issues, develop practical solutions and promote safer road use across the Shire.
We're looking for someone with experience in traffic engineering, transport planning, road safety or a related field who enjoys building relationships, analysing data and delivering meaningful outcomes for the community. Strong communication skills, sound judgement and a commitment to continuous improvement will be key to your success.
If you're passionate about road safety and want the opportunity to make a genuine difference in a regional community, we'd love to hear from you.
Essential selection criteria include (full criteria in the Position Description below):
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Civil/Traffic Engineering, Transport Planning, Road Safety, Behavioural Sciences, Education, Health Promotion, Marketing, Communications, Science or a related discipline, or demonstrated equivalent relevant experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in traffic engineering, road safety principles, standards and legislation, including traffic or transport investigations, data analysis and the preparation of technical reports.
- Demonstrated experience in developing, delivering and evaluating behavioural road safety education, behavioural change, community awareness and engagement programs.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports for Council and committees, negotiate effectively, deliver presentations and engage with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with Transport for NSW, NSW Police, schools, government agencies, community groups, local businesses and other stakeholders to identify and address local road safety issues.
Be rewarded
This position is placed at Grade 9 of Council’s salary system and is a full-time, permanent position. The salary offered is in the range of $87,344 to $98,250 per annum plus 12% Superannuation.
This role works a 19-day month with 1 rostered day off (RDO) every 4 weeks.
Other Council benefits:
- Extra leave between the Christmas and New Year period (additional to your annual leave)
- Flexible work arrangements
- Outstanding team environment
- Ongoing opportunities for professional development: We have annual assessments for all Council employees to put plans in place for training and career progression so that you can broaden your horizons during your time with us
- Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years rather than 10
How to apply
Thank you for your interest in working with Dungog Shire Council.
You can using our simple online application form. You are able to start an application and complete it at a time that suits you by selecting the Save For Later button.
To submit your application, please follow the below steps:
- Fill out the required personal details and online questions below
- Attach the requested documents (e.g. resume, cover letter, qualifications, licences)
- Review your application and select Confirm
Previous applicants need not apply. Applications previously submitted for this role have already been considered.
What happens next?
You will receive an automated acknowledgement email once you have submitted your application. We will be in touch once we have reviewed your application. Please note that Council reserves the right to review applications before the close date, so we recommend you apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.
Please be aware that Council is required to complete pre-employment checks on recommended candidates prior to an offer of employment. These may include reference checks, a pre-employment medical assessment, a criminal history check and/or a psychometric assessment.
For further information, please contact: Damian Morris, Director Infrastructure & Assets on 4995 7777
Applications close: Sunday 30 August 2026 AEST 11:59 PM
