Why Work with Us?
At Main Roads we are committed to delivering a world-class road network and creating positive, lasting impacts for WA communities. We play a critical role in overseeing the planning, design, construction, maintenance and operations of major roads and highways across the State.
We work closely with our portfolio partners, Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure, and Public Transport Authority as well as local governments to support the needs of all road users across the state by providing an integrated world-class road transport network. As we continue to grow and improve, we are seeking an experienced Manager Traffic and Road Network Performance.
Learn more about how Main Roads supports the WA Community below:
About the opportunity
In this key leadership role you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of road network performance strategies and optimising traffic performance across the metropolitan State road network. You will manage the identification and analysis of network deficiencies, determine appropriate intervention levels, and oversee the delivery of network performance targets to improve efficiency and safety for all road users.
The role requires managing the monitoring and reporting of network performance, including timely and accurate analysis to support projects and improvement initiatives. You will also manage resources to deliver operational modelling, visualisation and network operations analysis to support senior management, area and route managers.
You will provide strategic leadership for the network performance function, leading teams within the Traffic and Road Network Performance Branch and ensuring the Area, Route and Traffic Signals Management model is clearly defined and effectively implemented. This includes establishing performance baselines, embedding operational policies and strategies, and fostering collaboration for continuous improvement outcomes.
You will build and maintain strong professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including facilitating forums with network area managers, route managers, traffic signals staff and technical authorities to review network performance and drive improvement initiatives across all modes of transport. The role also involves maintaining an understanding of industry best practice and emerging trends, and providing strategic advice to enhance the sustainability and performance of the metropolitan road network.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Strong experience in managing road network performance and traffic performance on the road network
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing employee performance and development
- Proven ability to develop and implement strategies, policies and frameworks that improve network efficiency and safety
- Experience overseeing operational modelling, data analysis and performance reporting to support decision-making.
- Well-developed stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead forums and work across organisational boundaries
Please refer to the job role statement for a full list of responsibilities.
If this sounds like you and you wish to build your future with us – we would love to hear from you!
What We Offer:
At Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation who supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is important to you.
In addition to rewarding work, and the security of a permanent position, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include:
- Competitive salaries, including 12% superannuation
- Flexible working arrangements
- Training and development opportunities
- Health and wellbeing focus.
- Attractive leave provisions, such as leave loading and purchase leave
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
How to Apply:
Please submit the following as part of your application:
- A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.
- A copy of your current WA ‘C’ or ‘C-A’ class driver’s licence (or approved equivalent).
- If applicable to you (not mandatory) a copy of your Degree in Engineering
- A statement outlining your extensive skill, knowledge and experience in the following four (4) criteria in no more than four (4) pages:
- Managing employee behaviour, performance and development
- Road network congestion management in a major city
- Application of urban traffic theory, operationally modelling, traffic operations data analysis, traffic signal optimisation including for civil road works
- Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships
For questions about the role, please contact Craig Wooldridge on (08) 9323 4259 – not to be contacted for assistance with application.
For any general enquires, or if you have any support of access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternative format for submitting your application), contact Claire Bell on (08) 9323 6140 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au
If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, including if you are experiencing issues with the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.
Once you are ready, click the ‘apply’ button. Allow plenty of time to complete and submit your online application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.
We're building a diverse workforce
At Main Roads, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible.
We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Apply now to join us!
Additional Information
All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical questionnaire as part of this recruitment process.
Applicants deemed as suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to “similar vacancies” within Main Roads subject to business requirements.
To help us find the best candidate we may undertake an executive search.
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Manager Traffic and Road Network Performance - Job Role Statement.pdf
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applicant information.pdf
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