Shape the future of active transport in Queensland! An exciting permanent opportunity exists available for a high-performing individual to join the Policy, Planning and Investment branch of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) in the role of Director (Active Transport). TMR is an organisation which offers professional development, a variety of interesting work state-wide, a safe, healthy, and secure workplace and flexible work and lifestyle options.

Job details

As Director (Active Transport), you will lead a high performing, multidisciplinary team delivering a complex statewide program spanning policy, strategy, planning, engagement and infrastructure investment. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence sustainable, safe and inclusive transport outcomes for Queensland communities.

Key responsibilities
•    Leading a team providing contractor, consultant and other procurement services across the TSP Branch.
•    Leading and developing a high performing multi-disciplinary team delivering a complex program of work related to active transport across Queensland, including:
o   development and implementation of the TMR Active Transport Delivery Plan
o   network planning for cycling and walking
o   development and delivery of TMR's Active Transport Investment Program including:
•   Grant programs supporting active transport projects delivered by councils
•   TMR's capital works investment program
o   subject matter expert advisory services for TMR projects
o   communication, engagement, and encouragement programs
o   development and implementation of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Active Travel Program.
•   Managing strategic issues and risks while providing accurate advice, reports and general correspondence to the Executive Director, General Manager, Deputy Director-General, Director-General and the Minister.
•   Building and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and representing TMR in working groups, forums and committees.
•   Proactively engaging in contemporary human resource management practices including workforce management, workplace health, safety and wellbeing, ethical behaviour, anti-discrimination and employee performance management.

Requirements of the role:
•   Demonstrated ability to manage delivery of a complex program of work and to lead diverse team of professionals.
•   Knowledge of government procurement processes and practices.
•   Extensive knowledge of contemporary active transport issues, policies, practices and delivery approaches.
•   Ability to advance TMR's active transport agenda within an operating context of potentially extreme views about what can and should be pragmatic outcomes.
•   Proven ability to engage and collaborate with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders and to exert positive influence to achieve desired outcomes for active transport.

Some of the additional benefits this opportunity offers include:
•   A 36.25 hour working week with the ability to accrue flex time
•   Flexible working options that encourage a healthy work/life balance
•   Training and development opportunities
•   Generous leave and superannuation
•   Salary sacrificing options
•   City location close to public transport, with an approx. 10-minute walk from Central Station

Mandatory qualifications and conditions:
Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.

For more information on the full list of responsibilities, requirements of the role and how to apply for this exciting opportunity, please read the Role Description and Applicant Guide.

Myles Fairbairn, Executive Director, can be contacted on (07) 3066 3805 should you have any questions regarding this role.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.             

Job Ad Reference: QLD/683217/26

Closing Date: Tuesday, 07 April 2026

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Guide (PDF, 322KB)
  
  
  683217 26 Role Description (Word, 566KB)