Job opportunity

Why Work With Us?

People and businesses rely on our roads every day — to get to work, return home, and travel throughout Western Australia.

Celebrating our 100 years anniversary in 2026, Main Roads Western Australia has a proud history dating back to 1926 and has an exciting future ahead. We’re more than just infrastructure – we’re about people. Our services are delivered by talented, passionate, and dedicated employees working across both regional and metropolitan WA.

As the State Government agency responsible for the safe management of WA’s road network, Main Roads is committed to connecting people and places. We do this by delivering integrated, intelligent transport systems and providing safer roads and better journeys for our customers.

We work closely with our portfolio partners – the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure, and Public Transport Authority, as well as local governments, to support the needs of all road users. Together, we deliver an integrated world-class road transport network all across the state.

As we continue to grow and improve, we are seeking two (2) experienced Traffic Engineer's to join our team.

Learn more about how Main Roads supports the WA Community below:

About the Role 

We are seeking two (2) professional and experienced Traffic Engineers to provide traffic engineering and traffic management advice to internal stakeholders at Main Roads, as well as external agencies, consultants, and industry partners.

In this role, you will be supported by a Senior Traffic Engineering Designer or Senior Traffic Engineer, enabling you to develop and showcase your technical capabilities.

You will contribute to the development of technical standards and guidelines relating to traffic engineering, traffic management, and road safety. You will also provide traffic engineering and traffic management input to design projects and review traffic engineering components as part of formal road safety advice.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or Traffic/ Transportation Engineering (mandatory)

• Considerable experience in traffic engineering and traffic management standards, products, practices and processes.

• Experience using traffic engineering analysis methodologies and software, such as SIDRA Intersection.

• A strong background in research, analysis, and problem solving, including the application of traffic engineering and management standards.
• Excellent communication skills and technical report writing skills
• The ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.

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 build a challenging, flexible, and rewarding career that takes you where you want to go. We support a healthy work–life balance, recognising what matters most to you both professionally and personally.

In addition to meaningful work and the security of a permanent position, some of the benefits of working with Main Roads include:

• Option to work 37.5 hours or 40 hours per week
• Competitive salaries, including 12% superannuation, plus a 3.5% CSA increase to your annual salary effective Feb 2026.
• Individualised annual professional development plan to support your goals
• Flexible working arrangements
• Attractive leave provisions
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A strong health and wellbeing focus.

Find Out More

For job specific information or for a confidential discussion of this opportunity, please contact Adrian Bonner, Traffic Engineering Standards Manager on (08) 9323 4425 - not to be contacted for assistance with application.

Submitting Your Application

Please submit the following as part of your application:

• A comprehensive CV demonstrating relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.
• A degree in Civil Engineering or Traffic/ Transportation Engineering (mandatory)

• A statement outlining your considerable skill, knowledge and experience in the following four (4) criteria in no more than four (4) pages:

1. Traffic engineering and traffic management standards, products, practices and processes
2. Use of traffic engineering analysis methodologies and software (e.g. SIDRA Intersection)
3. Application of Standards and Guidelines in relation to road safety, traffic engineering and traffic management
4. Research, analysis and problem solving

For assistance with your application or for general enquiries, please contact Marina Nguyen, Recruitment Advisor on (08) 9323 6375 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 live and work. We foster an inclusive environment that values every individual, embraces diverse strengths and perspectives, and provides opportunities for everyone to achieve their full potential.

We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, and a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies. As an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to creating meaningful training and employment opportunities that deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Apply now and be part of a workplace where diversity, inclusion, and belonging matter.

Additional Information

• All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be assessed throughout the selection process.
• The successful candidate will be required to complete a National Police Clearance and a pre-employment medical questionnaire as part of this recruitment process.
• Applicants assessed as suitable but not appointed to this role may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies within Main Roads, subject to business requirements.