Transport Capital Works Lead

Why work with us?

At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!

With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region -Connected. Liveable. Thriving, our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.

About the Role

The Urban Growth Projects Branch leads the planning and delivery of infrastructure that supports sustainable growth across the Sunshine Coast. Working within the Sustainable Growth & Planning Department, the branch partners with community, stakeholders and industry to deliver integrated transport networks that connect people and places, supporting a thriving and liveable region.

As the Transport Capital Works Lead, you will play a critical role in planning, developing and delivering transport infrastructure projects across Council’s Capital Works Program. You will investigate network needs, develop solutions, manage project scope and provide expert engineering advice—contributing directly to safe, efficient and future-ready transport systems. This is an exciting opportunity to lead impactful projects that shape how the region moves and grows.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning, investigation and costing of transport projects
• Prepare project briefs for Capital Works Program delivery
• Review designs to meet engineering standards and policies
• Provide expert advice and represent Council in stakeholder forums

About you

You bring strong experience in transport planning and capital works programs, with the ability to assess network challenges and develop practical, innovative solutions.

You excel at building relationships, engaging with stakeholders and the community, and navigating complex issues with clarity and professionalism.

You have a degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline) and the ability to produce high-quality technical reports that translate complex engineering issues into clear insights.

You are analytical, adaptable, and driven to deliver outcomes aligned with transport strategies, policies, and community expectations.

Our Culture & Employee Benefits

Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:

• Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities. 
• Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
• Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices.

How to apply

Your written application should include:

• A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
• A current resume or curriculum vitae.

Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.

Further Information

Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.

To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030.

For specific enquiries contact Guy Boughton during business hours on 0400 458 152.

We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team [email protected].

At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.