Senior Economist

Transport and Main Roads (Organisation site )
Economic Research and Analysis;
Transport Policy;
Policy Planning and Investment;
Brisbane

Are you passionate about shaping strategic transport policy and influencing economic decision-making?
The Economic Research and Analysis team within TMR's Policy, Planning and Investment Division is seeking a Senior Economist to contribute to high-impact projects and policy development. You will play a crucial role in guiding Queensland's transport priorities through economic analysis, policy advice, and collaboration with stakeholders.

In the role of Senior Economist, some of your responsibilities will include:

- Contributing to the development of strategic transport policy by applying economic theory and concepts to the opportunities and challenges facing the transport system, including undertaking relevant research and analysis.
- Contributing to the development of high-level advice, cabinet submissions, research papers and briefs, economic reports, and policy documents for senior and executive management under tight timeframes.
- Working with stakeholders across the department, government, industry and academia to strengthen collaboration and support the development and implementation of strategic transport priorities, policies and projects.
- Providing advice and support to key business areas on approaches to quantitative modelling and economic analysis.
- Actively participating in performance conversations to build and support a culture of performance improvement and support the branch leadership as required.

We recognise and celebrate that everyone is unique and seek the applicant best suited to the role. We will assess your experience, knowledge and acquired skills, as well as your potential for development and your personal qualities.

To thrive in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:

- Knowledge and relevant experience or qualifications in areas such as economics, business, commerce, data analysis, transport planning, financial analysis, forecasting and/or other related fields
- Demonstrated experience in economic analysis and modelling, data analysis and visualisation.
- Build and sustain relationships to enable the collaborative delivery of customerfocused outcomes.
- Previous experience in providing written and verbal advice to support the development of executive-level briefing notes, ministerials, reports, submissions, business cases and other correspondence in accordance with departmental standards.
- Well-developed written and oral communication skills, including strong analytical skills and ability to express complex ideas.
- Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team to deliver a program of work.

Additional Benefits this role offers:

- Work and Life balance, including 'flex time' and flexible work arrangements and a working from home option.
- Beautiful City location close to the Brisbane Botanical Gardens with just over a 10 minute walk from Central Station.
- Work with a supportive team, with a high level of training and development invested in each staff member
- Generous leave and superannuation

Joining the Economic Research and Analysis team will give you a down-to-earth working environment with a highly skilled and collaborative team, along with competitive remuneration, training and benefits. There will be a wide range of opportunities for you to grow and develop your skills and progress your career. So, if you love working in a dynamic and ambitious environment, our team is for you.

If you have a strong background in economic theory, research, and policy development, apply now to make a meaningful impact on Queensland's transport future.

TMR is an organisation which offers professional development, a variety of interesting and challenging work statewide, a safe, healthy, and secure workplace, with flexible work and lifestyle options.

Please tell us about any additional support or adjustments, such as interpreting services, physical requirements, or assistive technologies, that will better enable you to shine.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference:
QLD/573124/24

Closing Date:
Thursday, 4 July 2024

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