Lead Road Designer

You want to play a part in making NSW a better place to work, live and travel.

You have the opportunity to gain a wealth of expertise and a diverse range of skills, providing insight and knowledge without losing sight of your work-life balance or wellbeing.

In this role, you'll:

Working as part of the Roads Technical Hub (South) within Infrastructure Projects & Engineering branch providing direction, expertise, and a hands-on approach in leading the design of roads and related structures. Collaborating with Transport Planners, Traffic Modellers and Project Management team to plan and manage road design options.
 
This role will see you leading tasks and supporting regional NSW infrastructure projects improving safety on NSW roads, easing traffic congestions, creating new spaces to connect communities for generations to come. We are dedicated and passionate team that is proud of the work we do and the supportive and flexible team culture we have built.

Position based in TfNSW  Wollongong Office.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description Lead Road Designer USS8 , Lead Road Designer USS9 and information pack

About you

You are passionate about Road Design with extensive experience in the design of roads and related structures within infrastructure projects and the following:
 
• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Knowledge of Transport for NSW (formally RMS) standards.
• Proficiency in OpenRoads / 12D / Civil 3D
• Be willing to undertake and complete Road Safety Auditor training.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. 

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy  

Apply today 

Applications close 11:59 PM  Thursday 30th July 2026

For more information about this role, please contact CAROLINE.RAMPERTSHAMMER@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW 

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