Help shape how millions of journeys are planned for Brisbane 2032. As Principal Advisor Modeller (Games Strategic Transport), you will provide the forecasting insights that inform major transport decisions, helping ensure spectators, athletes, workforce and communities can move efficiently across South East Queensland. This is a unique opportunity to influence one of Australia’s most significant transport programs.

Job details

The purpose of the Principal Advisor Modeller (Games Strategic Transport) is to lead the development, application and continuous improvement of the strategic transport demand models used to forecast travel demand and patronage for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Refine and apply the Games Strategic Transport Model to support Games strategy development and testing, including infrastructure testing, Games Route Network (GRN) planning and analysis of wide-area impacts across South East Queensland and regional venues.
• Undertake demand modelling, scenario development and sensitivity testing to support spectator demand and capacity analysis, mode share, and resident and visitor distribution and travel analysis.
• Prepare modelling outputs and provide expert modelling advice and technical assurance, submitting outputs for peer review and implementing feedback to ensure quality and accuracy.

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.
• The recommended appointee will be asked to disclose any previous serious discipline action taken against them for consideration by the delegate prior to appointment.

Requirements of the role

• Experience in transport modelling, data science, planning or related fields, with a strong focus on continuous learning and growth.
• Proficiency in one or more of: transport modelling software (e.g. EMME, Aimsun); Geographic Information Systems (e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo); and ETL software, BI/visualisation tools, programming languages or cloud platforms.

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.
• Generous leave and superannuation

Please note this temporary project-based position is offered until 30 June 2029.

• This position has been established to deliver specific outcomes associated with the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games program and is aligned to defined program deliverables, workforce planning requirements and approved funding arrangements.
• Any future extension would be subject to ongoing program requirements, approved funding and workforce planning considerations.

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.

Jaco Van Den Berg, Director can be contacted on 0408 034 884 should you have any questions regarding this role.

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

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)
  
  
  703745 26 Role Description (Word, 552KB)
  Role Description