Operational Transport Modeller

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Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world
Arup's Victorian Transport Planning team partners with public and private clients to optimise transport network performance and shape better outcomes for people and places. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing operational modelling capability within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. You will support a diverse range of projects by analysing network performance, testing design and operational scenarios, and translating data into clear, actionable insights for varied audiences. Reporting to the Victorian Transport Planning Team Leader, you will focus on developing and applying operational models-particularly microsimulation using tools such as PTV Vissim-while building strong technical, analytical and consulting skills. This role suits someone passionate about real-world transport systems and their interaction across modes and land uses. Experience in microsimulation is highly regarded; however, candidates with broader transport modelling, traffic engineering or planning experience, and strong data analytics skills (e.g. Excel, Power BI, GIS, Python, R), are encouraged to apply.

The Opportunity

• Develop and apply operational transport models, with a focus on microsimulation and network performance analysis.
  
• Prepare, calibrate and validate models using relevant traffic, public transport, active travel and land use data.
  
• Undertake scenario testing to evaluate the impacts of infrastructure, policy, design and operational changes.
  
• Analyse and interpret model outputs to generate clear, actionable insights on network performance and user outcomes.
  
• Produce high-quality technical inputs, visualisations and summaries for reports, presentations and client engagement.
  
• Collaborate with planners, engineers and designers to translate modelling outcomes into practical solutions.
  
• Contribute to transport studies and projects while managing tasks, maintaining quality standards and meeting deadlines.
  

Is this role right for you?

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in civil engineering, transport engineering, transport planning, urban planning, data analytics or a related discipline.
  
• Up to 5 years of demonstrated experience in transport modelling, traffic engineering, transport planning or a similar analytical role.
  
• Experience in microsimulation modelling (e.g. PTV Vissim) is highly regarded.
  
• Exposure to transport modelling or traffic analysis tools such as PTV Visum, Cube, EMME, SIDRA, Aimsun, Paramics or similar is advantageous.
  
• Strong interest in transport network operations, including intersections, corridors, public transport and active travel.
  
• Experience working with transport data, technical reporting and visualisation tools is desirable.
  
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to interpret data and convey insights clearly.
  
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and manage tasks to meet deadlines.
  
• A proactive, professional approach, with a willingness to learn, seek feedback and build technical capability.
  
• Annual salary base for this role range $80,000 to $95,000 + superannuation.

What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave.

We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Helen Pakhomov on [email protected] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

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