About Southern Ports
Southern Ports manages the three gateway ports of Albany, Bunbury and Esperance. Facilitating trade through the commercial management of efficient, safe, sustainable, and customer-focused ports. Our three regional ports play a vital role in connecting Western Australia with world markets. It is our belief that strong regional ports lead to strong regions, and that results in economic and social benefits for the communities across the regions we serve. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to supporting our teams and building a diverse and capable workforce that is geared to meet the current and future needs of our customers and the sustainability of our ports.
Benefits of Joining Southern Ports
Joining Southern Ports Authority comes with numerous benefits that cater to a wide range of professional and personal needs, some examples being:
* Flexible Working Arrangements: Enjoy a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle and personal commitments.
* Annual Health and Well-being Benefits: Take advantage of programs and resources aimed at maintaining your physical and mental health.
* Salary Sacrificing Options: Maximise your take-home pay through tailored salary packaging arrangements such as Novated Car Leasing, Superannuation, and a Remote Housing benefit for our Esperance port.
* Opportunity to Travel: Experience different geographical regions in Western Australia, enhancing your professional and personal growth.
* Generous Purchase Leave Options: Gain additional leave options to suit your personal needs and preferences.
The Role
Southern Ports is seeking a Terminal Optimisation Delivery Lead to join its team in Bunbury. This project-focused role is central to delivering key initiatives under the Southern Ports Terminal Optimisation Program. The role will lead change management efforts, ensuring operational improvements are not only implemented but also embedded through ongoing coaching, upskilling, and mentoring.
The Terminal Optimisation Delivery Lead is responsible for establishing routines and frameworks that support continuous improvement, measured through clearly defined KPIs and success metrics. Reporting to the Regional Manager in Bunbury, the position will work closely with the Terminal Superintendent and Terminal Coordinator. While strong collaboration with terminal teams is essential, the role operates with an independent delivery and reporting function to maintain clear visibility of progress, risks, and outcomes at both operational and executive levels.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
* Coordinate the implementation of the Terminal Optimisation Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), ensuring on-time and in-scope delivery of identified tasks
* Lead process reviews to reduce idle time between vessel activities, including gap analysis between berthing, commencement of loading, and vessel departure
* Support the development and enforcement of standards relating to cargo availability, load rates, and post-operation review processes
* Lead the design and execution of monthly pre-and post-vessel reviews in collaboration with stevedores and SPA representatives
* Document KPIs, SLAs, and performance expectations aligned with agreed shipping windows and hold participants accountable to agreed metrics
* Drive stakeholder engagement through monthly workshops, technical working groups, and bilateral sessions with stevedores, shipping agents, and cargo owners
The Expertise
* Tertiary qualification in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering or related discipline
* Business Management qualifications
* Understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
* Strong background in port, terminal, or logistics optimisation
* Experience in project delivery, change management, or process improvement
* Capable of translating technical observations into action plans
* Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or similar business intelligence tools
* Understanding of heavy industry, logistics, or port-related infrastructure
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
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Requirements
To apply, please submit your application through our advertisement. Ensure you include an up-to-date resume with a one-page cover letter.
To be eligible for this role, applicants must reside in Bunbury and provide proof of Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
The successful applicant must:
* Have a current Australian driver's licence
* Be able to obtain and maintain a Maritime Security Identification Card
* Pass a pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol testing
* Provide a National Police Certificate that is within a 6-month period.
Southern Ports is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, gender, age, religion, sexual preference or disability. We encourage applications from all culturally diverse backgrounds, Indigenous Australians and Non-Indigenous Australians. Southern Ports is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and impartial workplace with equal opportunities for all employees.
Applications close 19th September 2025. We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process during the application period.