Transport and Development Engineer

5-Month Contract | Flexibility + Great Culture + Meaningful Work

Transport & Development Engineer

City of Nedlands

3 August – 23 December 2026

$84,739 – $98,574 + super

Looking for flexibility and a role that actually makes an impact?

Join the City of Nedlands in a short-term contract that offers work-life balance, a genuinely supportive team and the opportunity to step straight into meaningful work, applying your local government or similar experience to projects that shape how our community moves, develops and grows.

This is a hands-on opportunity where you can hit the ground running and make an immediate contribution across transport, traffic and development engineering.

Why you’ll love working with us

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive, down-to-earth team culture

Short drive to the beach and the Swan River

Dog-friendly workplace

Varied, interesting work across transport & development

Access to wellbeing programs including EAP, Fitness Passport and health initiatives

Additional super contributions matched by the City up to 2%

The role

You’ll work across a mix of transport, traffic and development engineering, including:

• Reviewing development and subdivision applications
• Providing technical advice to stakeholders and the community
• Investigating traffic, parking and development enquiries
• Supporting transport planning and improvement projects
• Contributing to reports, recommendations and grant initiatives

No two days are the same, this is a hands-on role where your input genuinely matters.

About you

You’re a practical, solutions-focused engineer who enjoys variety and working with people. Ideally, you’ll have:

• A Civil Engineering qualification (or equivalent experience) is a must
• Strong communication and stakeholder skills
• Experience in local government (preferred), transport, traffic or development engineering
• A proactive, team-oriented approach
• Experience reviewing development or subdivision applications
• Exposure to traffic management or transport planning
• Experience working with developers, contractors or community stakeholders
• Knowledge of relevant WA legislation and approvals processes

Ready to apply?

If you're looking for a role that combines flexibility, great people and meaningful work, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications close: Monday 22 June 2026 at 5.00pm