Why Work with Us?

At Main Roads we are committed to delivering a world-class road network and creating positive, lasting impacts for WA communities. We play a critical role in overseeing the planning, design, construction, maintenance and operations of major roads and highways across the State.

We work closely with our portfolio partners, Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure and the Public Transport Authority as well as local governments to support the needs of all road users across the state by providing an integrated world-class road transport network. As we continue to grow and improve, we are seeking experienced Senior Road Planning Officers.

Learn more about how Main Roads supports the WA Community below:

Shape the Future of Perth's Road Network

Are you passionate about transforming one of the world's most expansive road transport networks? Ready to advance your career in a dynamic State Government agency with excellent benefits? Join us and pave your way to success!

About the opportunity:

We are seeking enthusiastic Senior Road Planning Officers (x4) to guide the development of road planning solutions and enhance long-term road transport planning within the broader Perth metropolitan area. This role involves:

• Leading and actively working on road planning studies from inception to completion across the Perth and Peel region.
• Initiating and managing network and traffic modelling, route concept optioneering, and innovating intersection and route corridor design in relation to future (long term) road planning.
• Preparing preliminary road designs and detailed route alignment studies.
• Building and maintaining positive stakeholder relationships.
• Actively guiding and participating in stakeholder consultation processes.
• Formulating plans for statutory protection of future road reservations.
• Contributing to contract and project management, including budgeting and resources scheduling.

Please refer to the job role statement for a full list of responsibilities.

Your Impact

Help us improve accessibility, mobility, and transport choices by planning our future road network. Develop road planning solutions that promote social equity, economic development, and sustainability. Enhance road safety and environmental quality through informed planning. Provide transport and traffic engineering advice to shape urban road networks and land use development. Collaborate with Transport and Major Infrastructure Portfolio partners by providing efficient and effective advice on complex and often inter-related transport projects and work closely with the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage on strategic and statutory decision-making.

About You:

We are looking for an experienced road planning professional with:

• Comprehensive knowledge of road transport planning and design.
• Specialist skills in modelling analysis, traffic and infrastructure engineering.
• Expertise in stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Understanding of statutory land use planning and environmental processes.

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 rewarding work, and the security of a permanent position, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include:

• Competitive salaries, including 12% superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements
• Attractive leave provisions
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing focus.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following as part of your application:

1. A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.
2. A copy of your current WA ‘C’ class driver’s licence (or approved equivalent).
3. A copy of your Degree in Engineering or Planning or other relevant discipline (if applicable).
4. A statement outlining your substantial skill, knowledge and experience in the following four (4) criteria in no more than four (4) pages:

• Road planning and development.
• Traffic and transport planning (including modelling analysis)
• Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships
• Land-use planning and environmental statutory requirements

For questions about the role, please contact Markus Bottle on (08) 9323 5413 – not to be contacted for assistance with application.

For any general enquires, or if you have any support of access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternative format for submitting your application), contact Katie Yates on (08) 9323 6256 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au

If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, including if you are experiencing issues with the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.

Once you are ready, click the ‘apply’ button. Allow plenty of time to complete and submit your online application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.

We're building a diverse workforce

At Main Roads, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible.

We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Apply now to join us!

Additional Information

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

The successful candidate will be required to complete a National Police Clearance as part of this recruitment process.

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.