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As Senior Policy Advisor, you will collaborate with your teammates to achieve outcomes for the Queensland community and heavy vehicle industry by delivering optimal policy, strategy and legislative reforms. To perform this role effectively, you will need to balance the needs of various stakeholders, apply critical thinking and leverage subject matter experts.Some of your responsibilities will include: Research, define and analyse complex policy and develop solutions that consider a variety of perspectives, including but not limited to the public and industry. Identify and pursue policy opportunities to reform regulatory frameworks improving road safety and balancing industry outcomes. Meaningfully contribute to a program of strategic policy and legislative work, delivering initiatives in a timely and professional manner, including preparing well researched submissions, briefs and policy documents. Engage, communicate and collaborate with stakeholders across Queensland and nationally, including within the department, government, industry and community in relation to the achievement of strategic transport system priorities. Bring an enthusiastic and positive approach to work, with an ability to acquire subject matter expertise, be adaptive to change, learn new skills and work within ambiguity and risk. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement with the team.Highly desirable qualifications and conditions:To be successful in the role you will need to demonstrate: The ability to contribute to strategic policy and legislative projects whilst working to tight timeframes. Experience in researching, interpreting and analysing complex information to inform policy recommendations. Experience in positive engagement and effective collaboration and consultation with internal and external stakeholders to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. Experience in successfully developing and delivering policy outcomes, such as developing and delivering communication and engagement plans.Some of the additional benefits this opportunity offers include: A 36.25 hour working week with the ability to accrue flex-time. Flexible working options to balance work-life / home-life. Beautiful city location, close to the Brisbane Botanical Gardens with just over a 10-minute walk from Central Station. Training and development opportunities. Generous superannuation (employer contribution of up to 12.75%). Salary sacrificing options.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.Toni Laver, Manager (Heavy Vehicle Reform) can be contacted on Ph: (07) 3066 3050 should you have any questions regarding this role.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Job Ad Reference: QLD/645960/25Closing Date: Monday, 14 July 2025How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Government & Defence More than 10,000 employeesThe Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is a diverse organisation made up of more than 11,500 employees representing 80 occupational groups across Queensland.We provide reliable, resilient and responsive transport networks and digital services that are safe and accessible for everyone. No department has a bigger role to play in keeping the Queensland of today moving, or in helping build for the future.We work, we dream, we innovate and we deliver solutions that connect our communities to schools, hospitals, events, loved ones and more, with customers needs in mind.The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is a diverse organisation made up of more than 11,500 employees representing 80 occupational groups across Queensland.We provide reliable, resilient and responsive transport networks and digital services that are safe and accessible for everyone. No department has a bigger role to play in keeping the Queensland of today moving, or in helping build for the future.We work, we dream, we innovate and we deliver solutions that connect our communities to schools, hospitals, events, loved ones and more, with customers needs in mind.Show morePerks and benefits Flexible work practices Health and wellbeing Job security and attractive salary and benefits Generous leave entitlements Diversity Career development Community impactSenior Project Officer - Resilient Rivers SEQ #J-18808-Ljbffr