Job Task Analysis - Infrastructure Project Officer

• Join us in shaping safer, more sustainable transport for our community
• Casual opportunity for a university enrolled individual
• Flexible work options available
• $48.31 per hour (inclusive of 25% casual loading) + superannuation
• Location: Cheltenham

Join the Traffic and Transport team at Kingston City Council’s delivering traffic engineering, transport planning and road safety initiatives that support a safe, connected and sustainable community.

About the role

This casual role provides university students with practical experience in local government traffic engineering and transport planning.

You will contribute to a range of activities that support planning, analysis, and delivery of transport and road safety initiatives, while receiving guidance from experienced professionals.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will

• Assist with traffic investigations and respond to customer service requests under guidance from senior staff
• Contribute to the assessment of planning application referrals and traffic management plans
• Assist with transport planning initiatives, including walking, cycling and sustainable transport projects
• Support community engagement activities including consultation and surveys
• Contribute to road safety education programs and transport infrastructure projects

Your skills and experience 

Essential

• Current enrolment in a degree in engineering, urban planning, transport planning or a related discipline
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally
• Ability to organise work, manage time, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a team

Desirable

• Exposure to or coursework in traffic engineering or transport planning
• Understanding of community-focused or public sector environments

How to Apply

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal.  Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

Enquiries:

For any inquiries about the position, please contact David Wang, Team Leader Traffic & Transport at david.wang@kingston.vic.gov.au 

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston 

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why work for Kingston

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities,
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events
• Close to Public transport
• Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.