Model Developer

You see the big picture, you’ve always worked on a grand scale, and now you’re ready to re-focus on grand impact.

Here's your chance to design and deliver efficient, customer-focused services that also enhance accessibility, sustainability and overall quality of living for more people than you've imagined.

In this role, you'll:

Research, develop, and maintain strategic travel models, including the under-development Sydney Activity-Based Model (SAM), using the latest and most accurate data inputs. You will contribute to the design, development, and improvement of strategic transport and freight models to meet the current and emerging needs of Transport for NSW (TfNSW).

Develop transport models for major client requests in consultation with the Manager, and oversee contractors applying the models.

Enhance existing models, including land use and travel models developed or acquired by the branch, and validate outputs against reliable external data.

Lead the design and development of transport models, applying data science where relevant to improve forecasting techniques and scenario planning.

Contributing to the design and development of the SAM to meet the needs of TfNSW, enhancing the SAM proof-of-concept (PoC) model recently developed by TfNSW.

Improve modelling processes to ensure models are reusable, adaptable, and fit for various applications.
Stay informed on national and international trends in strategic modelling and apply innovations to enhance TfNSW’s modelling capabilities.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of TfNSW’s suite of strategic travel models.

This is a fixed-term full-time role till 31/05/2027 based at Macquarie Park office.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you
• Tertiary qualifications in science, geography (spatial), or transport modelling, or equivalent professional experience.

• Strong experience in developing strategic transport models and using relevant software such as EMME, along with programming skills in Python.

 
• Experience with activity-based modelling highly desirable.

 
• Proven ability to apply innovative modelling and data analytics techniques to improve transport forecasting and decision-making.

• Ability to solve complex technical problems and communicate solutions effectively across departments.

• Prior experience applying ActivitySim for use in Activity-Based Modelling across model development, application and interpretation highly desirable.

Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. 

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team’s home base location with remote days. 

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us.  Apply now!

Applications close: 11:59 pm Day 26 June 2025.

For more information about this role, please contact MARY.NOROUZIFAR@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal people or Supporting people with disability for more info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. 

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