Why work with us?

People need to get to work, home and everywhere in between and businesses rely on our roads. With a rich history dating back to 1926 and exciting future ahead, Main Roads Western Australia is the WA State Government agency responsible for managing the State's road network safely, connecting people and places. Main Roads is not just about roads. It’s about people.

Why we need you

Main Roads has a number of opportunities to work as a Traffic Operations Officer in a state of the art Road Network Operations Centre located in the Eastern Central Business District of Perth.

The Traffic Operations Officers are responsible for monitoring and optimising safety and efficiency of real time road traffic flow on the State Road Network. The role involves observation, decision-making and teamwork to assess and respond to the impact of traffic incidents on the network. Through use of Intelligent Transport Systems, devices and resources such as CCTV, traffic signals and response services, the Traffic Operations Officers act to mitigate network disruptions and contribute to the safety of road users.

About this role

You will be located in the Road Network Operations Centre Control Room to monitor and optimise safety and efficiency of ‘real time’ road traffic flow within the Metropolitan road network.

A part of this role you will use computer systems and other applications to operate CCTV and other Intelligent Transport System devices, management of responses to traffic incidents, liaison with emergency services and traffic incident logging.

If you possess the right attitude, skills and attributes to work in a team environment and can work ‘shift work’, you may be one of the right applicants.

Not only will you be part of a supportive and friendly environment we offer a diverse workforce with a range of opportunities and excellent employee conditions.

About you

To be successful in the role of Traffic Operations Officer, you will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Proficient computer and typing skills
• Good understanding of traffic management
• Knowledge of the road network
• Self-motivated and disciplined
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Work well in a team environment
• Work well under pressure while following policies and procedures
• Remain calm and work through stressful situations

Applicants must be willing to undertake required shift work, on-call availability, and in person availability during emergency situations.

If you possess the right attitude, skills and attributes to work in a team environment and can work ‘shift work’, we encourage you to apply. Not only will you be part of a supportive and friendly environment we offer a diverse workforce with a range of opportunities and excellent employee conditions.

What we offer

At Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation who supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is important to you.

In addition to our competitive salary and 11.0% superannuation, the following initiatives/benefits may be available:

• Attractive leave provisions
• Applicable overtime and shift allowances when appropriate
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing focus

Find out more

For job specific information/for a confidential discussion of this opportunity please contact Craig Calder on (08) 9323 5893 - not to be contacted for assistance with application.

For assistance with your application or for general enquiries please phone John McKelvie on (08) 9323 6173 or email recruitment@mainroads.wa.gov.au

If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com

Submitting your application

Applicants are requested to submit a comprehensive CV demonstrating their relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.

Please also submit a statement outlining your skill, knowledge and experience in the following four (4) criteria in no more than four (4) pages:

• Traffic and incident management.
• Investigation, analysis and problem solving in demanding situations.
• Use of computers and their applications
• Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships including working in a team

Please also submit evidence of your current Western Australian drivers licence or an approved equivalent.

When applying for this role online, you will be asked to complete several questions before submitting your documents - please factor this time in when submitting an application.

Late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting and retaining a culturally diverse workforce and in line with our commitment to improving diversity, we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply.

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact John McKelvie on (08) 9323-6173 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au.

Additional information

All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process.

Prior to appointment applicants will need to complete a pre-employment medical assessment and a satisfactory National Police Clearance.

Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to "similar vacancies" within Main Roads subject to business requirements.

To help us find the best candidate, we may undertake an executive search.