Lead the way in building a smarter, safer & more sustainable city!

Location: Beautiful Coffs Harbour, NSW
Full-time, permanent | 35 hours per week

Are you a forward-thinking engineer with a passion for strategic planning and asset management? Do you want to shape the future of transport and drainage infrastructure in our thriving, growing city?

The City of Coffs Harbour is looking for a Senior Planning Engineer - Transport & Drainage to play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining long-term asset management plans and infrastructure strategies to inform future works programs.

At the City of Coffs Harbour, we're not just maintaining infrastructure—we're creating a dynamic, future-ready network for our community.

Why You'll Love This Role

• You'll Lead the Future - Shape long-term transport & drainage strategies that support a growing community.
• Big Impact, Real Change - Work on city-shaping projects that improve accessibility, sustainability, and safety.
• Collaboration at its Best - Partner with Transport for NSW, industry leaders, and local communities.
• Think Beyond Roads - Plan for multimodal transport, smart infrastructure, and urban mobility.
• Balance + Lifestyle - Enjoy a flexible work environment in a thriving coastal city with stunning beaches & nature.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and deliver strategic transport & drainage infrastructure plans.
• Prioritise road, path, and drainage upgrades with data-driven insights.
• Review and interpret traffic modelling reports (SIDRA, AIMSUN, etc.).
• Drive road safety programs based on real-time crash and traffic data.
• Identify, apply for, and manage state and federal funding for key projects.
• Engage with government agencies, developers, and the community to drive smarter infrastructure decisions.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline).
• Proven experience in transport asset management, traffic engineering, or strategic infrastructure planning.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in traffic modelling & transport data analysis.
• Ability to think strategically while managing project details.
• A natural collaborator—confident engaging stakeholders & Experience in local government (preferred but not essential).

What's In It for You?

• Flexible Work Arrangements - Achieve work-life balance with a 35-hour week and flex options.
• Excellent Remuneration Package around $130K (incl. Superannuation). A higher package may be available for an outstanding candidate.
• Relocation Assistance - Tailored relocation assistance is available.
• Professional Growth - Opportunities for training and career development.
• Impactful Work in a beautiful location - Shape the infrastructure of one of the most beautiful coastal regions in Australia! Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast

And more! Find out more about the benefits of working with the City of Coffs Harbour here

Ready to Drive the Future?

This is your opportunity to influence major infrastructure decisions and transform transport & drainage planning in Coffs Harbour!

APPLY NOW and be part of something BIG!

Please reach out to David Sutton, Group Leader Transport and Open Space Services on P) 0438 345 982 or E) david.sutton@chcc.nsw.gov.au to discuss the role in more detail.

If you have any queries around your application or the recruitment process, then you can reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email at recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au

Applications are to be submitted 22nd April at 9pm (AEDT)

The City of Coffs Harbour is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages and backgrounds to apply.