Transport Planning Coordinator
At Wollongong City Council, we continuously strive to create an Extraordinary Wollongong for our community. We focus on the delivery of exceptional services, infrastructure and facilities for our community. Our aim is to work toward the community's goals in the Our Wollongong Our Future Community Strategic Plan 2035.
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The Opportunity
Be at the centre of shaping how people move around Wollongong. As Transport Planning Coordinator, you'll lead a small team of specialists and play a key role in setting the strategic direction for transport planning across the LGA.
You'll manage a team of approximately 4 transport professionals, working closely with senior leaders, planners, engineers, internal referral partners, state agencies, consultants and the community. Your team will manage mode‑based strategies, movement and place outcomes, and long‑term transport planning decisions that support a growing, connected city.
This is a role for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise with people leadership. You'll be trusted to operate independently, guide experienced professionals, and manage a program of strategic work while being supported by an experienced leadership team. You'll join a collaborative, purpose‑driven environment where your advice and leadership are valued.
This is a permanent, full‑time position, 35 hours per week. Salary from $125,236.03 up to $138,992.64 plus superannuation. (Salary package will be assessed based on skills, experience and qualifications) A current Class C Driver Licence is required for site visits across the LGA.
A minimum increase of 3.25% to the salary from 1 July 2026 in accordance with Council's Enterprise Agreement.
How you'll make a
- Lead and coordinate the Transport Planning team, setting priorities and supporting performance and capability
- Manage and deliver a program of strategic transport planning work aligned to Council objectives
- Provide expert advice on transport planning, sustainable mode shift, and place‑based outcomes
- Develop and oversee transport strategies, plans, policies and investigations
- Work as a key internal referral point for development, infrastructure and planning matters
- Engage with state agencies, consultants, industry peers and community stakeholders
- Oversee budgets, funding opportunities and reporting requirements
- Communicate complex transport concepts clearly through reports, presentations and briefings
- Ensure strong governance, safety and compliance across transport planning activities
About you
You are an experienced transport planning professional with the credibility to lead people and programs from day one. You bring strong technical knowledge, critical and strategic thinking, and a collaborative leadership style, enabling you to influence a wide range of technical stakeholders and drive practical, innovative transport planning solutions.
You're comfortable leading experienced professionals, setting direction, managing competing priorities and working across complex stakeholder environments. You value collaboration and, accountability and you lead in a way that builds trust and confidence.
You will bring:
- A degree qualification in Transport Planning, Transport Engineering, Urban Planning, Urban Design or a related discipline
- Extensive experience in transport planning, including strategic transport planning and policy development
- Experience leading and managing a small professional team
- Experience managing a program of work from idea into implementation
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills across technical, executive and community audiences
- A commitment to safety, governance, and professional integrity
- A commitment to Council's values of Respect, Integrity, OneTeam, Sustainability and Courage
- A current Class C Driver Licence
You enjoy responsibility, value impact, and want to contribute to meaningful outcomes for the community.
Why you'll love working at Wollongong City Council!
- True work-life balance
We know you work hard, and we make sure that effort is rewarded with real flexibility. Our hybrid work options, flex-time, and rostered days off mean you can maintain balance while delivering great outcomes. - Great working conditions
Enjoy a 35-hour work week. - Career growth and recognition
We are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. Our initiatives include a reward and recognition program, corporate learning opportunities, study assistance, and leadership development programs to help you grow and succeed.
- Generous leave provisions
Benefit from five weeks of annual leave per year (pro rata) and access long service leave after just five years. - Health, safety, and wellbeing
We prioritise a safe workplace for everyone, every day, everywhere. Our wellbeing programs support mental, physical and social wellbeing of our people to be at their best and include an Employee Assistance Program, skin and hearing checks and discounted gym memberships. - A vibrant social culture
Join our Social Club for monthly activities, an annual trivia night, and fantastic Christmas events!
Participate and engage in meaningful work, and contribute to our extraordinary community, where together we make a difference.
For more information, click on 'Apply' to be redirected to Wollongong City Council's job vacancy page.
Applications close 11:59pm, Monday 11 May 2026.
We invite everyone to apply no matter your identity, you'll be welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who are culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), people with disability and veterans.
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Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process which will include Reference, Identity and Medical History Checks, and may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.