THE POSITION: The Road Safety Officers role is to identify, develop and deliver community and educational road safety initiatives. These address behavioural issues of all road users across the City along with the development and maintenance of a Fairfield Road Safety Strategy, aligned with NSW and Federal road safety strategies, is a key component of the role.
The Road Safety Officer will engage with engineering, community services, planning, communications and customer service in developing and implementing road safety initiatives. External liaison with community stakeholders, community groups, local health district, NSW Police Force and local businesses forms the network for sponsors, community voices and supporting agencies contributing to better road safety outcomes over the long term.
ESSENTIAL:
- Tertiary Qualifications in Behavioural Sciences, Education, Health Promotion, Marketing, Communications, Sciences and related disciplines. Alternatively extensive relevant experience.
- Ability to deal effectively with people at all levels and to represent Council competently to other government agencies and the general public
- Well-developed written, communication and stakeholder management skills
- Verbal, written communication and research skills for road safety related reports, general correspondence, and grant applications
- Use of Microsoft Office applications
- New South Wales Drivers Licence Class C (Car)
DESIRABLE:
- Post Graduate studies relevant to local government and/or Road Safety.
SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
- Temporary four (4) year position, 70 hours per fortnight
- This position is a Grade 6, salary range is $95,321 p.a. with progression to $111,656 p.a. on demonstrated competencies, plus 11.5% Super.
- Flexible working hours are available.
- A motor vehicle benefit is available
- Mobile phone available.
- Free employee parking is available on site
FURTHER CONTACTS: Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Sandra Slewa on 02 9725 0161.
CLOSING DATE: Wednesday, 23 July 2025 at 11.59pm
HOW TO APPLY: Applications must address the knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience required in the PositionDescription. A position description is available from the contact person listed above, or from Council’s Website. To apply online visit Council’s website www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/fccjobs. Applications should be addressed to the undersigned and received by the closing date. Applicants must be prepared to undergo a medical examination at Council's expense.
Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.
We kindly ask for no recruiters at this stage.
PO BOX 21 BRADLEY CUTTS
FAIRFIELD NSW 1860 GENERAL MANAGER
