Join Transport and Main Roads as a Senior Policy Advisor and help shape the policies and legislation that support safer, more efficient transport outcomes for Queensland!

Working within the Vehicle Policy team, you will contribute to complex policy and legislative reform initiatives that influence vehicle safety and regulation across the state. You will research and analyse issues, develop policy solutions, prepare high-quality briefings and submissions, and engage with stakeholders across government, industry and the community.

We're looking for a collaborative and adaptable professional with strong policy, analytical and stakeholder engagement skills.

Job details

As a Senior Policy Advisor, you will play an important role in shaping policy and legislative reform that supports vehicle safety and regulatory outcomes across Queensland. Working within the Vehicle Policy team, you will contribute to strategic initiatives that balance community safety, industry needs and regulatory efficiency.

You will work on complex policy matters and contribute to a high-profile program of reform that influences how vehicle standards and regulation are developed and implemented. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of issues while engaging with stakeholders from government, industry and the broader community.

Key Responsibilities

You will:

• Research, analyse and evaluate complex policy issues and develop practical, evidence-based solutions
• Prepare high-quality briefing notes, correspondence, submissions and strategic policy documents
• Contribute to policy and legislative reform initiatives that improve vehicle safety and regulatory outcomes
• Support the delivery of strategic projects and reform activities within agreed timeframes
• Engage and collaborate with stakeholders across Queensland and nationally to achieve policy objectives
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and professional excellence within the team.

We recognise and celebrate that everyone is unique and seek the applicant best suited to the role. We will assess your experience, knowledge and acquired skills, as well as your potential for development and your personal qualities. To thrive in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:

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.

Requirements of the role

• Ability to contribute to strategic policy and legislative projects whilst working to tight timeframes.
• Expertise in researching, interpreting and analysing complex legislation and other information to inform policy recommendations.
• Proficiency in positive engagement and effective collaboration and consultation with internal and external stakeholders to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully implementing policy outcomes; such as developing and delivering communication and engagement plans.

Some of the additional benefits this opportunity offers include:

• Work/life balance, including 'flex time' and flexible work arrangements and a working from home option.
• City location close to active and public transport, with just over a 10 minute walk from Central Station.
• Work with a supportive team, with a high level of training and development invested in each staff member
• Generous leave and superannuation

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.

Carmen Park, Manager (Vehicle Policy) can be contacted on 0419 558 490 should you have any questions regarding this role.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.             

Job Ad Reference: QLD/695498/26

Closing Date: Thursday, 30 July 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)
  
  
  695498 26 Role Description (Word, 574KB)