This role matters because it sits at the centre of how marine infrastructure is planned, delivered, governed and safeguarded for the future.
As Director Project Delivery, you will lead the strategic delivery of a multi‐year, high‐value program of marine infrastructure projects that have significant community impact across Western Australia.
You will lead the end‐to‐end delivery of the Marine Infrastructure Capital Works Program shaping strategy, overseeing major construction and commissioning activities and ensuring projects meet time, budget and quality expectations. You guide procurement and resourcing decisions, manage complex negotiations and maintain strong relationships with industry and stakeholders.
Your portfolio includes some of the State's most iconic marine infrastructure initiatives, such as METRONET on Swan, Transforming Bunbury's Waterfront and many more. See the full scope of this portfolio here.
You will chair and contribute to key governance forums, including steering groups, where your strategic insight and ability to negotiate, influence and hold robust conversations will be essential.
This is an SES fixed term contract opportunity for a period of up to five (5) years, with possibility of extension(s). Suitable candidates may receive further offers of employment in this or similar roles.
What you'll bring
* Lead a complex, high‐value program, with a strong grasp of program management fundamentals, sequencing work, prioritising staffing and other resources across multiple projects, and staying across both strategy and detail.
* Manage large capital budgets confidently, working closely with Finance professionals on forecasting, reporting, carryovers and financial governance involving millions of dollars.
* Build and lead a multidisciplinary team, including engineers and planners, where technical perspectives may differ, using strong people‐leadership and communication skills to navigate challenges, set expectations and hold open, honest and constructive conversations.
* Own the delivery of the program, bringing a hands‐on, accountable leadership style that keeps the whole program connected, coherent and moving forward.
* Influence effectively in complex environments, working within and developing governance structures, steering groups and across stakeholder networks with calm authority and sound judgement.
* Fremantle‐based leadership role in a vibrant coastal hub with an energising maritime environment.
* Opportunities to travel regionally and experience WA's unique coastal communities and landscapes firsthand.
* Lead a high‐impact marine infrastructure program, shaping projects that directly benefit Western Australians.
* Influence major strategic decisions across the Transport Portfolio and work closely with experienced senior leaders.
* Flexible working arrangements that support modern leadership and work–life balance.
* An inclusive, values‐driven culture where diverse leadership voices, especially women, are welcomed and supported.
In addition to rewarding work, we invite you to Be Part of Something Real. Learn more about our commitment to you, here.
Applying is easy
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply for Job' button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format:
A detailed resume demonstrating your leadership achievements, strategic capabilities and relevant experience aligned to the requirements of this role.
Please nominate two (2) referees who can provide feedback on your capacity to meet the Work-Related Requirements. At least one of the referees should be your most recent, immediate supervisor.
Applications for this opportunity close at 4pmon27 March 2026.
DTMI may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants.
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