Team Leader Traffic & Transport Engineering (Parental Leave Opportunity)

Full time, temporary position (12-month fixed term contract)Band 7 - Salary starting from $113,574 + 12% SuperannuationBased at Doncaster East, Victoria

Are you a passionate, future-focused traffic and transport professional ready to make a lasting impact?

We're seeking an enthusiastic Team Leader Traffic & Transport Engineeringto lead a highly skilled team and help shape the future of transport planning, road safety and parking management across our municipality.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role and drive key strategic initiatives while leading day-to-day operational delivery.

What We've Got On

Over the next 12 months, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering several high-profile projects, including:

Leading the development of Manningham's new Parking Management Policy Review, ensuring future parking demands are met through contemporary, evidence-based planning.Guiding the development of strategic traffic and transport policies, plans and programs.Leading a small team of traffic engineering professionals in the delivery of operational and strategic outcomes.Providing expert technical advice on traffic, transport, road safety and road network planning matters.Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, government agencies and the community to achieve positive outcomes.

Why this role?

This is more than a parental leave backfill opportunity. It's a chance to:

Lead meaningful work that directly influences how people move around and connect within our community.Gain exposure to strategic policy development while maintaining involvement in operational delivery.Grow your leadership capability while mentoring and developing a talented team.Shape transport outcomes that support a sustainable, safe and connected future.Work in a collaborative environment where innovation, technical excellence and community outcomes are valued.

What You’ll Be Known For

You'll be known as someone who:

Provides trusted advice on complex traffic and transport issues.Leads with authenticity, accountability and a people-first mindset.Brings strategic thinking while remaining pragmatic and outcome focused.Successfully delivers projects and initiatives within agreed timeframes and budgets.Builds productive relationships and influences outcomes across a diverse stakeholder landscape.Champions innovation, continuous improvement and evidence-based decision making.Driving continuous improvement, innovation and smarter ways of working

What You Bring

Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering or a related discipline.Registered Professional EngineerDemonstrated experience in traffic and transport engineering, policy development and project delivery.Experience leading and developing teams in a collaborative environment.Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and communication skills.The ability to balance strategic objectives with operational priorities.A passion for creating safer, more connected and sustainable transport outcomes.

Why join us?

If you're looking for an opportunity to lead important transport initiatives, develop your leadership experience and make a meaningful contribution to our community, we'd love to hear from you.

Working from home

Manningham Council have a number of policies and practices to help support our staff during this time, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.

Position Description can be viewed below or is available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers’ section:Job Vacancies

How To Apply

Click APPLY to submit your CV and a cover letter addressing why you would be a great fit of the role.

For a confidential discussion please contact Harinder Rehal via Harinder.Rehal@manningham.vic.gov.au

For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please email jobs@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us

Applications close on Thursday 17 September 2026 at 11:00 pm.

Don’t meet every requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you’re excited about this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policies and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.

If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Manningham Council is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check.