Your new local council
We are currently seeking an experienced Temporary Traffic Engineer to join a regional council team on a 3‑month contract, supporting key traffic management and road safety functions during a period of vacancy. This role suits a proactive engineer who can step in quickly, manage competing priorities, and deliver practical, community‑focused outcomes.

Your new role

• Develop strategic and operational plans for traffic management and road safety.
• Prepare and support delivery of capital works programs related to traffic and road safety.
• Assess and respond to NHVR permit applications via the NHVR Portal.
• Investigate traffic, parking, school crossing and road safety issues arising from customer enquiries, complaints and crash data.
• Deliver the annual traffic survey program.
• Assist with road safety and traffic management policy development.
• Support road safety grant applications and manage funded projects, including reporting obligations.
• Liaise with internal council teams, contractors and external authorities.
• Ensure timely and professional resolution of customer requests.

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree in Civil Engineering or substantial experience in traffic engineering and road safety.
• Demonstrated experience implementing traffic and road safety policies and procedures.
• Strong understanding of Australian Standards and the Road Management Act.
• Confident decision‑maker with a solutions‑focused and customer‑oriented approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive contract rate of $55–$65 per hour + super.
• Opportunity to make a visible impact on road safety and community outcomes.
• Broad exposure to traffic engineering, policy, and capital works projects.
• Supportive, collaborative council environment.
• Ideal for contractors, consultants, or engineers between permanent roles.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or send direct to Alissa.Sara@hays.com.au. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact Alissa Sara on 03 8616 8424 for a confidential discussion on your career.