Principal - Transport Analytics

Working at Transurban is different; it’s a place where you can see the benefits of

your work play out in real life, every day. We create city-sized solutions—building and operating safer, smarter, and more sustainable roads—to solve pressing transport challenges.

We are an ASX top 15 company, focussed, professional, innovative and at the forefront of workplace culture.  We actively aim to stay at the forefront of both technology advancement and employee satisfaction. 
 
About the role 
 
We’re seeking a Principal Transport Analytics to be responsible for delivering forward-thinking transport analytics for direct input into Transurban’s strategy function.  We’re seeking an experienced people leader inspired by excellence, who will continue to develop advanced analytical tools, and oversee research and development. 

We are open to candidates located in either Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane who will support the continuous improvement of the transport analytics function, providing valuable insights and advice for both internal and external clients. 
 
You’ll join the dynamic Strategy and Traffic group, who delivers a core competency within the Transurban Group, anticipating future trends and preparing the business to address current and future traffic and growth challenges in Australia. 

As our Principal Transport Analytics, you’ll contribute to lasting and positive changes that shape the future of our cities and communities. It’s meaningful, challenging and exciting work. 
 
Day-to-day, you will: 

• Develop, deliver and maintain best in class traffic and transport methodologies and analytics services including state-of-the-art coding, GenAI and Machine Learning approaches

• Identify, propose, and manage the maintenance, development and enhancement of appropriate tools to improve outcomes 

• Monitor changes in industry practice and take into account likely future policy/technology changes

• Analyse traffic trends and performance to understand ongoing traffic patterns and behaviour

• Understand and communicate findings/analysis internally to senior leaders to support business decision making 

• Provide training and coaching to ensure the team has the appropriate skills

• Lead collaboration activities within the traffic team to achieve a quality work outcome and a high functioning team

• Proactively communicate with stakeholders to meet their needs as appropriate, including the preparation of effective presentation material

• Plan for, manage and monitor key projects/priorities 

• Implement and improve quality systems in all aspects of technical work

This role will suit someone with a curious mind and transferrable skills and experiences, including: 
 

• Proven deep understanding of traffic and analytics with relevant tertiary qualifications ideally in engineering, data science, economics or transport, Post graduate qualifications highly desirable

• Ideally looking for strong experience derived from Department of Government Transport or Engineering consulting firms

• Demonstrated high level skills in research, development, application and interpretation of relevant traffic tools in SQL, Python or R

• Demonstrated ability to think critically and strategically, undertake research and convey information clearly and concisely

• Extensive experience in project and team management, with the proven ability to lead and work effectively in a team-based and collaborative environment

• Possess a collaborative and inclusive approach to management with the ability to build and maintain a motivated and high performing team

• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate at all levels

• Strong transport industry contact network with credible reputation 

If you meet some of these requirements, but not all, we encourage you to submit your application. 
 
With a career at Transurban, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including:  

• A range of flexible working and leave options, including the option to purchase an additional six weeks of leave each year  

• 16 weeks paid parental leave (regardless of gender or carer status), with no waiting period, with Superannuation paid during unpaid leave as well

• Learning and development opportunities to support your career interests 

• Health and wellbeing support—access to Headspace and our EAP program, wellness facilities, and more 

• Share offers and insurance benefits 

• Social activities, community give-back programs and paid volunteer days 

 
We offer a range of flexible working and leave options, so you can balance your work and life commitments and interests. Have a conversation with us about how this could work for you.  
 
We embrace diversity with a foundation of safety, wellbeing and inclusion; where everyone belongs. We treat everyone with fairness, consideration and respect, regardless of gender, gender identity, marital or family status, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, religious beliefs, cultural or socio-economic background, perspective, and experience – whether they work for us or not. We want to ensure everyone feels comfortable and safe to express ideas, questions and concerns. 
 
We strongly encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people living with disability. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us on [email protected].  

 
Ready to help us keep cities moving? Apply today. 

Job Type:

Permanent

Closing Date:

28-Feb-2025 0:00

Please note: The closing date reflects the time zone of the Primary Location for this job posting.

Primary Location:

Melbourne CBD & Inner Suburbs Melbourne VIC