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Neill Phillips Appointed to AITPM SA Branch Committee: Championing Traffic Engineering and Safety

Supporting the Future of Traffic Engineering in South Australia

Neill Phillips, our Senior Traffic Engineer based in South Australia, has been appointed to the AITPM SA Branch Committee for 2025–2027.

As Team Leader – Traffic Safety at Modus, and with over 25 years of experience in traffic engineering and safety, Neill continues to lead the way in improving pedestrian and traffic outcomes across Australia.

AITPM: Supporting the Future of Traffic Engineers in South Australia

AITPM is the national association for transport and traffic professionals in Australia. Their advocacy, events, education, and community building elevate the transport sector’s importance in government and industry.

The organisation represents a wide spectrum of professionals who plan, design, manage, and deliver Australia’s transport systems. This includes engineers, planners, policy experts, and modelling specialists. With a strong national footprint across Australia, AITPM fosters future talent through its Emerging Professionals and Transport Modelling Networks.

Neill’s Return to Committee Service

Neill served on the AITPM SA Branch Committee, including as Treasurer from 2012 to 2016. With over 25 years in the transport and traffic engineering space spanning local government and the private sector, Neill brings a wealth of practical experience to the role.

“The timing felt right to return. I’m looking forward to contributing again, and hopefully sharing some of the lessons, mistakes, and insights I’ve picked up along the way.”

Committed to Mentorship and Safer Roads

In his role at Modus, Neill leads our Traffic Safety team, providing expertise in:

His work helps clients reduce incidents, meet regulatory expectations, and create safer environments for workers and the public.

Neill’s passion for succession planning drives his work, particularly when mentoring the next generation of traffic engineers. He continues championing safety, collaboration, and community within Modus and the wider profession.

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