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Principal Network Planner (Games Time Passenger Transport)
Stratetic Partnerships & Business Delivery; Office of the Deputy Director-General; Policy Planning and Investment; Brisbane
Help shape the future of transport for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Be part of a once-in-a-generation opportunity to plan and deliver integrated, multi-modal transport solutions for a globally significant event. You’ll collaborate with diverse stakeholders to solve complex challenges, optimise operations, and leave a lasting legacy for Queensland.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Logistics & Transport |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/693062/26 |
| Closing date | 13-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 30 June 2029 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Liam Scanlan |
| Contact details | Phone: 0477 723 071 Access the National Relay Service |
We're helping deliver the transport network for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games—shaping a safe, efficient and connected network for Queensland. The Service Planning & Infrastructure team supports this by planning, coordinating and optimising the state's multi-modal transport network.
The Games Time Passenger Transport (GTPT) team leads the planning of passenger transport solutions for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Bringing together public transport planning, network integration and delivery coordination, the team ensures the network can meet the unique demands of the Games.
Working across modes, GTPT identifies and implements service changes and infrastructure enhancements to support increased demand, while balancing the needs of customers and communities. In close partnership with government agencies, operators and delivery partners, the team plays a central role in translating the Games transport strategy into a practical, deliverable network that leaves a lasting legacy for Queensland.
About the role:
*This opportunity is temporary full-time until 30 June 2029*
As a Principal Network Planner, you will deliver multi-modal public transport service improvements to support the Games, with a key focus on developing and implementing the base network service plan that underpins the Games transport strategy.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the planning and development of the base public transport network, incorporating bus, ferry, light rail and heavy rail improvements required to deliver the Games transport plan.
- Contribute to planning and development of the GTPT Concept of Operations to deliver the vision for public transport during the Games.
- Assess event specific transport plans, as well as infrastructure and operational constraints and opportunities, to inform what changes are required to the base public transport network to accommodate the games task, ensuring they are operationally affordable, reduce impacts to customers, and are deliverable.
- Develop a staged implementation strategy of the necessary service changes and underpinning network improvements to meet overall requirements.
- Communicate and gain approval for the proposed network and associated service changes
- Work closely with the broader Service Planning & Infrastructure and Games transport teams to ensure changes meet overall requirements.
About you:
We're looking for a capable and motivated professional who can bring strong technical expertise, sound judgement and a collaborative approach. We value diverse perspectives and will consider your experience, skills, potential and personal qualities.
Desirable:
- Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in transport planning, urban planning, transport economics or a related field.
- Experience in public transport network and service planning.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Experience planning and/or managing complex passenger transport networks and operations.
- Experience using transport scheduling tools (e.g. HASTUS or similar) to develop service plans and inform resource decisions.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse options, build a case for change and clearly communicate outcomes.
- Ability to apply transport planning or operational expertise to inform network and infrastructure proposals.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with key stakeholders to solve complex problems, meet delivery timeframes and contribute to a positive team culture.
For more information on this opportunity, reach out to Liam Scanlan on 0477 723 071.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Job Ad Reference: QLD/693062/26
Closing Date: Monday, 13 July 2026
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