THE JOB
We have an opportunity for a person with a passion for road safety to join our team as a Road Safety Officer. In this role you will identify, develop and deliver community and educational road safety initiatives aligned with NSW and Federal road safety strategies.
The Road Safety Officer will engage with internal and external parties including community stakeholders, community groups, local health district, NSW Police Force and local businesses and form a network for sponsors, community voices and supporting agencies contributing to better road safety outcomes over the long term.
The successful person will ideally have tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through experience. You will be able to represent Council competently to other government agencies and the public with well-developed written and oral communication skills. If you don’t have prior experience in a road safety role but have a passion for road safety and you have transferable skills we would love to hear from you.
Full details of the position accountabilities and selection criteria are provided in the position description. Please address how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the position description in your application.
THE LOCATION
Snowy Valleys Council is a scenic and heritage rich local government area in the South-West Slopes region of New South Wales which spans 8959km2 with approximately 15,000 residents living in a number of vibrant and unique towns, villages and rural properties. It is a perfect location for families and those seeking a tree change to a more relaxed and affordable lifestyle whilst still having access to a wide range of leisure options, shopping, education and employment. You will have the option to work from your choice of location within the Local Government Area will ensure that you leverage the benefits commensurate with the enviable lifestyle of the region.
CONDITIONS
· Permanent, part-time position working 45 hours / fortnight.
· Salary of $1962.77 - $2209.11 per fortnight based on qualifications skills and experience.
· Vehicle available on a commuter use arrangement.
· 12% superannuation.
· Flexible working options available.
· Generous leave entitlements including access to long service leave after 5 years
· Remote area salary sacrifice options available
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply on Council’s website in the ‘Careers with Council’ section. Select this position from the available vacancies in ‘Current Opportunities’ and then click on the ‘Apply’ button and follow the process. When you are finished your application click ‘submit’ and you will receive an email to confirm that it has been submitted.
CLOSING DATE: Please apply by Sunday 16th November 2025 at 11.00pm
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information about the requirements of the position or the work area, please contact Hiring Manager Glen McGrath on 0458 223 002 or email gmcgrath@svc.nsw.gov.au
For information relating to the recruitment process please contact Council’s People and Culture Team by email at hrcorp@svc.nsw.gov.au.
· Council is an equal employment opportunity employer and we are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from First Nations people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
· Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process please contact our People and Culture team via email hrcorp@svc.nsw.gov.au and our team will contact you to discuss how we can support you with your needs.
· Council is a Child Safe Organisation and we are committed to acting in the best interest of the children in our community. We believe children have the right to be safe, listened to and respected. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and will take allegations very seriously, responding quickly and consistently in line with our policies and procedures.
· Council has a non-smoking in the workplace policy and operates a random drug and alcohol testing program