Principal Active Transport Planner

Principal Active Transport Planner

Job Number:501417

The Details:

Join City of Moreton Bay as a Principal Active Transport Planner, and help shape and enhance our communities for today and tomorrow.

As our Principal Active Transport Planner, you will provide expert leadership in the planning and prioritisation of active and micromobility initiatives across the region. Working with diverse stakeholders, you will develop evidence-based solutions that enhance connectivity, safety and sustainable transport outcomes for the community.

You will have the opportunity to; 

• develop and manage active transport programs, project priorities and future investment pipelines
• prepare high-quality technical reports, business cases and recommendations to inform strategic decision-making
• build strong partnerships across Council, government agencies, consultants and the community to deliver integrated transport outcomes
• foster a collaborative, high-performing and customer-focused team culture.

Position Description - Principal Active Transport Planner.pdf

Some projects you will be involved with; 

New Freshwater Creek Pedestrian Bridge, Griffin and Mango Hill - City of Moreton Bay

Elliott Street, Caboolture active transport upgrade - City of Moreton Bay

Terrors Creek - Active transport bridge and pathway - City of Moreton Bay

About you

We are seeking someone who has significant experience in active transport planning and a passion for delivering safe, connected and sustainable walking and cycling networks. You'll bring strong stakeholder engagement and strategic thinking skills to help shape future transport outcomes for the City of Moreton Bay.

You will have; 

• knowledge of contemporary transport planning principles, standards, legislation, and industry best practice
• demonstrated expertise in project identification, prioritisation, scoping, and program management.
• proven ability to prepare and present complex technical reports, recommendations and proposals.
• excellent time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes with minimal supervision.
• a degree in a relevant field such as Urban and Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, or Traffic and Transport
• C Class Drivers Licence 

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day (72.5-hour) fortnight, plus a hybrid, flexible working environment with some work-from-home days.
• Negotiated salary increases locked in through our EBA - 4% in July 2027 (or CPI capped at 4.5%, whichever is greater).
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline and Mates in Construction program.
• Our Strathpine office has local parking on site and is close to public transport networks, making for an easy commute.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.

Any questions - please contact our Careers team at [email protected]. 

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Your Future City.
See it. Shape it. Live It.

City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
 

Advertised: 12 Aug 2026Applications close: 26 Aug 2026 23:55