THE JOB
We have an opportunity for a person with a passion for road safety to join our team as a Road Safety Officer. In this role you will identify, develop and deliver community and educational road safety initiatives aligned with NSW and Federal road safety strategies. The Road Safety Officer will engage with internal and external parties including community stakeholders, community groups, local health district, NSW Police Force and local businesses and form a network for sponsors, community voices and supporting agencies contributing to better road safety outcomes over the long term. The successful person will ideally have tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through experience. You will be able to represent Council competently to other government agencies and the public with well-developed written and oral communication skills. If you don't have prior experience in a road safety role but have a passion for road safety and you have transferable skills we would love to hear from you.
Full details of the position accountabilities and selection criteria are provided in the position description. Please address how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the position description in your application.
THE LOCATION
Snowy Valleys Council is a scenic and heritage rich local government area in the South-West Slopes region of New South Wales which spans 8959km2 with approximately 15,000 residents living in a number of vibrant and unique towns, villages and rural properties. It is a perfect location for families and those seeking a tree change to a more relaxed and affordable lifestyle whilst still having access to a wide range of leisure options, shopping, education and employment. You will have the option to work from your choice of location within the Local Government Area. The Council will ensure that you leverage the benefits commensurate with the enviable lifestyle of the region.
CONDITIONS
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply on Council’s website in the ‘Careers with Council’ section. Select this position from the available vacancies in ‘Current Opportunities’ and then click on the ‘Apply’ button and follow the process. When you are finished your application click ‘submit’ and you will receive an email to confirm that it has been submitted.
CLOSING DATE
Please apply by Sunday 16th November 2025 at 11.00pm.
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information about the requirements of the position or the work area, please contact Hiring Manager Glen McGrath on 0458 223 002 or email gmcgrath@svc.nsw.gov.au. For information relating to the recruitment process please contact Council’s People and Culture Team by email at hrcorp@svc.nsw.gov.au.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Safety Officer • Tumut, New South Wales, Australia