Operational Modelling Lead - mesoscopic focus

Veitch Lister Consulting (VLC) is seeking an experienced operational transport modeller to lead and grow our operational and mesoscopic modelling capability. This role plays a key part in strengthening our mesoscopic modelling offering and embedding it within our broader transport analytics and advisory work. 

The position combines senior technical leadership, market engagement, and internal capability development. It is suited to someone who is interested in shaping a specialist service line, contributing beyond project delivery, and influencing how mesoscopic modelling is applied within a consulting environment. 

Key aspects of the role include: 

• Leading VLC’s operational modelling work and setting a consistent, high technical standard across projects 

• Providing senior technical oversight on complex modelling projects, including methodology and approach 

• Identifying and helping secure new opportunities where operational and mesoscopic modelling can add value. 

• Working collaboratively with planners, strategic demand modellers, data scientists, and economists to improve workflows and outcomes 

• Mentoring team members and contributing to the development of tools, processes, and best practices 

• Engaging directly with clients and taking responsibility for delivery, scope, timelines, budgets and risk.  

This role offers genuine scope to shape a technical service line, influence how mesoscopic modelling is used for our clients, and build capability across the business. 

About you  

You are an experienced modeller with expertise in the operational and mesoscopic transport modelling field with strong technical judgement and the confidence to lead complex work. Our ideal candidate will have: 

• The ability to apply modelling methods appropriately and know when models are fit for purpose 

• Experience taking ownership of a technical capability and contributing to its development and growth 

• A supportive leadership approach, with experience mentoring others and sharing responsibility through effective delegation 

• Clear communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to clients and non‑technical audiences 

• A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to multi-disciplinary projects 

• Experience managing client and stakeholder relationships in a professional, respectful, and constructive way 

• An interest in working across VLC to identify cross‑team opportunities and improve modelling and data analytics workflows 
  

Why VLC    

At VLC, you will have the benefits of working in a smaller firm while planning Australia’s largest and most exciting infrastructure projects.  We recognise our people are the foundation of our success and together we embody our company values of curiosity, honesty and inclusivity. We care about your career and personal growth, and we foster a culture of feedback to help us improve as individuals and as a company. While working within our dedicated team, you will have the opportunity to participate in meaningful projects and enjoy a variety of networking events while furthering your professional development in an environment that fosters diversity, knowledge, and growth.    

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Please address your cover letter to Mark Iliffe, State Director (QLD).    

Candidates who progress to the next stage of our recruitment process will be invited to attend an in-person interview, shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in a second round technical interview. 

Prior to offer, candidates will be required to participate in our pre-employment screening process, which involves employment verification (including professional reference checks) and a criminal background check. To be considered for this role, you will need permanent, unrestricted Australian work rights. VLC are committed to equal treatment for all applicants, exhibited by ethical decision-making, procedural fairness and respect for diversity.