Location: Coburg
Rate:$46 per hour + super
Contract: ASAP start – 17 July 2026
Sector: Local Government
This is a technical, authority‑based permits role within a local government environment, responsible for assessing and approving works and activities that impact the road network and public safety.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring works in road reserves, major traffic‑impacting activities and filming on public land are approved and managed in line with legislative, safety and compliance requirements.
A strong focus of the role is the assessment of Traffic Management Plans and Traffic Guidance Schemes.
This role is well suited to someone who holds TCD1/TMD1 and wants to apply their traffic management expertise in a professional assessment and approval capacity.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess and approve permit applications to:
- Undertake works within road reserves
- Conduct activities that significantly impact road use
- Film on public land under the Filming Approval Act 2014
- Review Traffic Management Plans to ensure compliance with:
- Road Safety Act 1986
- Road Management Act 2004
- Australian Standard AS1742.3
- Assess and approve Traffic Guidance Schemes
- Ensure permit documentation is complete and meets required standards
- Maintain accurate records across Council electronic systems
- Act as the primary point of contact for permit applicants, providing clear guidance and customer support
- Provide advice to internal teams to support inspections, enforcement, and continuous improvement
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including contractors, developers, and the community
- Current TCD1 / TMD1 qualification (desired)
- Experience reviewing and approving permits or Traffic Management Plans
- Strong understanding of traffic management requirements and relevant legislation
- Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and technical documentation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence dealing with customers, including managing difficult or complex enquiries
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic permit systems
- Local government experience (highly regarded)
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
