Role Description

Bridge Engineer
Cluster Transport
Agency Transport for NSW
Division/ Branch/ Unit Various

Location Various
Classification/ Grade/ Band Engineer Level 1-2
Role Number Various
ANZSCO Code 233214
PCAT Code 1229192
Date of Approval April 2021
Agency Website [Link]

Agency overview
At Transport, we’re passionate about making NSW a better place to live, work and visit. Our vision is to give
everyone the freedom to choose how and when they get around, no matter where they live. Right now, we’re
delivering the largest infrastructure program that Australia has ever seen – to keep people and goods moving,
connect communities and shape the future of our cities, centres and regions. At Transport, we’re also
committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce, which reflects the community and the
customers we serve.
Our organisation – Transport for NSW – is comprised of numerous integrated divisions that focus on
achieving community outcomes for the greater good and on putting our customers at the centre and our
people at the heart of everything we do.

Primary purpose of the role

The role is responsible for developing and delivering bridge infrastructure and/or maintenance projects in
order to achieve road safety, asset management and network efficiency objectives.

Key accountabilities
• Manage the project and delivery process including the delivery of both direct control and contract
works to ensure nominated road, bridge or traffic infrastructure and/or maintenance projects are
developed and delivered to agreed time, cost, and quality and scope requirements.
• Manage the investigation and design process by developing project briefs and cost estimates,
procuring and overseeing service providers, and monitoring and reviewing ongoing work programs to
make effective use of resources and deliver agreed objectives.
• Prepare contract documents for bridge and road works projects, including technical specifications to
engage, administer and deliver contract works and ensure efficient project delivery.
• Implement effective cost management systems to ensure effective financial management of projects.
• Implement appropriate procedures, guidelines, processes and practices, in collaboration with TfNSW
specialists, to deliver a high level of workplace health and safety and environmental management on
projects and contracts.

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Key challenges
• Prioritising workload to manage risk and deliver project outcomes.
• Managing client expectations in the delivery of their works while ensuring all project management
requirements are met.
• Balancing road safety, asset management and network efficiency objectives to deliver sustainable
outcomes for the community.

Key relationships
Who Why
Internal
Relevant Reporting Line Manager • Key relationship manager, report to, receive advice and guidance,
clarify instructions and report on progress against work plans as
required
• Provide support to achieve operational priorities, exchange information
and contribute to decision making
• Escalate discuss issues and propose solutions
Division/ Branch/ Wider Team • Fully understand the needs and objectives of the Region and ensure
the scope and milestones of project development are aligned
throughout the development phases
• Work within a matrix management structure where support services
are embedded within program office delivery teams
Key operational stakeholder groups • To gain a well-developed understanding of all stakeholder needs
• Influence and drive agreed outcomes on projects and contracts
Work Team/ Direct and Indirect • Provide guidance and professional support, exchange information,
Report(s) determine work priorities and oversee progress to facilitate their
ongoing professional development
• Collaborate to continually improve knowledge, build capability, and
improve consistency and service quality
• Provide an escalation point for issues or complex decision-making.
External
External Stakeholders/ Customers/ • Engage with relevant stakeholders/ customers to open channels of
Residents communication, provide expert advice, gather and exchange relevant
information
• Resolve and provide solutions to issues
• Seek/ maintain specialist knowledge/ advice and collaborate on the
implementation of organisation strategies, to keep abreast of best
practice in Business Management.
Other Federal, State and Local • Build effective relationships and share information
Government Agencies • Establish professional networks and relationships with other
Government agencies
• Key interdependencies across the public sector that will enable and
support project success
• Collaborate on common responses to project issues

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Role dimensions
Decision making
The role is expected to operate with some degree of autonomy in respect to their day to day work priorities
and, in this context, is expected to determine matters that need to be referred to senior managers or other
staff to deal with and provide advice, exercising discretion and judgement on what is appropriate to send to
their manager and/or leadership team.
Reporting line
The role accounts and reeports to the relevant reporting line manager.

Key knowledge and experience

• Demonstrated experience in the preparation of competitive and accurate estimates, job programs,
project delivery briefs and WH&S management plans, quality management plans, environmental
management plans, and traffic management plans for assigned projects.
• Experience in managing a direct control workforce to successfully undertake construction and
maintenance projects.

Essential requirements
• A four year engineering (Civil / Structural or related) degree from an Australian University or
equivalent overseas qualifications.
• Knowledge of the technical aspects of materials, equipment and techniques used in bridge, road and
other related traffic infrastructure construction and maintenance.
• Knowledge of tenders and contract management requirement and computer based tools and
techniques for project and information management.
• Possess a current and valid Australian motor vehicle driver license and willingness to work outside
normal working hours and travel on occasion.

Capabilities for the role

The NSW public sector capability framework describes the capabilities (knowledge, skills and abilities) needed
to perform a role. There are four main groups of capabilities: personal attributes, relationships, results and
business enablers, with a fifth people management group of capabilities for roles with managerial
responsibilities. These groups, combined with capabilities drawn from occupation-specific capability sets
where relevant, work together to provide an understanding of the capabilities needed for the role.
The capabilities are separated into focus capabilities and complementary capabilities.

Focus capabilities
Focus capabilities are the capabilities considered the most important for effective performance of the role. These
capabilities will be assessed at recruitment.
The focus capabilities for this role are shown below with a brief explanation of what each capability covers and
the indicators describing the types of behaviours expected at each level.

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FOCUS CAPABILITIES
Capability Capability name Behavioural indicators Level
group/sets
Manage Self • Keep up to date with relevant contemporary Adept
Show drive and motivation, an knowledge and practices
ability to self-reflect and a • Look for and take advantage of opportunities to
commitment to learning learn new skills and develop strengths
• Show commitment to achieving challenging
goals
• Examine and reflect on own performance
• Seek and respond positively to constructive
feedback and guidance
• Demonstrate and maintain a high level of
personal motivation
Communicate Effectively • Tailor communication to diverse audiences Adept
Communicate clearly, actively • Clearly explain complex concepts and
listen to others, and respond with arguments to individuals and groups
understanding and respect • Create opportunities for others to be heard,
listen attentively and encourage them to
express their views
• Share information across teams and units to
enable informed decision making
• Write fluently in plain English and in a range of
styles and formats
• Use contemporary communication channels to
share information, engage and interact with
diverse audiences
Work Collaboratively Advanced
Collaborate with others and value • Recognise outcomes achieved through effective
their contribution collaboration between teams
• Build cooperation and overcome barriers to
information sharing, communication and
collaboration across the organisation and
across government
• Facilitate opportunities to engage and
collaborate with stakeholders to develop joint
solutions
• Network extensively across government and
organisations to increase collaboration
• Encourage others to use appropriate
collaboration approaches and tools, including
digital technologies
Influence and Negotiate Intermediate
Gain consensus and commitment • Use facts, knowledge and experience to support
from others, and resolve issues recommendations
and conflicts • Work towards positive and mutually satisfactory
outcomes
• Identify and resolve issues in discussion with
other staff and stakeholders

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 • Identify others’ concerns and expectations
• Respond constructively to conflict and
disagreements and be open to compromise
• Keep discussions focused on the key issues
Deliver Results • Seek and apply the expertise of key individuals Advanced
Achieve results through the to achieve organisational outcomes
efficient use of resources and a • Drive a culture of achievement and
commitment to quality outcomes acknowledge input from others
• Determine how outcomes will be measured and
guide others on evaluation methods
• Investigate and create opportunities to enhance
the achievement of organisational objectives
• Make sure others understand that on-time and
on-budget results are required and how overall
success is defined
• Control business unit output to ensure
government outcomes are achieved within
budgets
• Progress organisational priorities and ensure
that resources are acquired and used effectively
Think and Solve Problems Advanced
Think, analyse and consider the • Undertake objective, critical analysis to draw
broader context to develop accurate conclusions that recognise and
practical solutions manage contextual issues
• Work through issues, weigh up alternatives and
identify the most effective solutions in
collaboration with others
• Take account of the wider business context
when considering options to resolve issues
• Explore a range of possibilities and creative
alternatives to contribute to system, process
and business improvements
• Implement systems and processes that are
underpinned by high-quality research and
analysis
• Look for opportunities to design innovative
solutions to meet user needs and service
demands
• Evaluate the performance and effectiveness of
services, policies and programs against clear
criteria
Demonstrate Accountability Adept
Be proactive and responsible for • Assess work outcomes and identify and share
own actions, and adhere to learnings to inform future actions
legislation, policy and guidelines • Ensure that own actions and those of others are
focused on achieving organisational outcomes
• Exercise delegations responsibly
• Understand and apply high standards of
financial probity with public monies and other
resources

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 • Identify and implement safe work practices,
taking a systematic risk management approach
to ensure own and others’ health and safety
• Conduct and report on quality control audits
• Identify risks to successfully achieving goals,
and take appropriate steps to mitigate those
risks
Technology • Identify opportunities to use a broad range of Adept
Understand and use available technologies to collaborate
technologies to maximise • Monitor compliance with cyber security and the
efficiencies and effectiveness use of technology policies
• Identify ways to maximise the value of available
technology to achieve business strategies and
outcomes
• Monitor compliance with the organisation’s
records, information and knowledge
management requirements

Complementary capabilities
Complementary capabilities are also identified from the Capability Framework and relevant occupation-specific
capability sets. They are important to identifying performance required for the role and development
opportunities.
Note: capabilities listed as ‘not essential’ for this role are not relevant for recruitment purposes however may be
relevant for future career development.

COMPLEMENTARY CAPABILITIES
Capability Capability name Description Level
group/sets
Display Resilience and Courage Be open and honest, prepared to express your Adept
views, and willing to accept and commit to change
Act with Integrity Be ethical and professional, and uphold and promote Intermediate
the public sector values
Value Diversity and Inclusion Demonstrate inclusive behaviour and show respect Intermediate
for diverse backgrounds, experiences and
perspectives
Commit to Customer Service Provide customer-focused services in line with public Adept
sector and organisational objectives

Plan and Prioritise Plan to achieve priority outcomes and respond Adept
flexibly to changing circumstances

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 Finance Understand and apply financial processes to achieve Intermediate
value for money and minimise financial risk
Procurement and Contract Understand and apply procurement processes to Intermediate
Management ensure effective purchasing and contract
performance
Project Management Understand and apply effective planning, Intermediate
coordination and control methods

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