Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure – Fremantle WA
The Maritime Directorate of the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) is responsible for managing the vast Western Australian coastline and facilitating the safe and sustainable use of navigable waters. Our responsibilities include management of Shipping and Pilotage Ports, oceanographic data collection, coastal management, strategic planning, and the design and delivery of boating infrastructure. We also manage maritime facilities, maritime environmental emergencies, and operational initiatives, ensuring the enhancement of the WA coast and safe use of navigable waters.
Maritime's purpose is to provide and enable safe, accessible and sustainable use of navigable waters and to collaboratively plan, drive and deliver best practice in maritime development and management for the economic and social prosperity of Western Australia.
Maritime uses a Collaborative management model working across the Transport Portfolio, other State Government Agencies and Local Government, along with Port Authorities, Maritime related businesses in the delivery of services to the community.
Learn more about the essential work conducted by the Maritime directorate here
The Opportunity
Play a hands‐on role in protecting and managing Western Australia's diverse and dynamic coastline. In this technical role, you'll deliver specialist coastal engineering advice, undertake detailed investigations, and design practical solutions that support sustainable coastal and maritime outcomes and oversee consultancies delivering the same.
You'll work on a broad range of projects—from coastal adaptation and protection works to maritime infrastructure—applying your engineering expertise to real‐world challenges. This role offers strong exposure to field investigations, modelling, design and contract management, alongside meaningful collaboration with local governments and State agencies. You'll be supported to grow your technical capability while contributing to outcomes that safeguard WA's coast for future generations.
For further information about the role, review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Matt Lee, Principal Coastal Engineer, on 0499 845 *** and/or ***********@transport.wa.gov.au.
There is currently 1 permanent position available from July, 2026.
The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of employment (fixed term or permanent) in this or similar roles for a period of 24 months from date of first appointment.
The Ideal Candidate
* Applies coastal engineering expertise to complex adaptation and protection challenges.
* Investigates coastal processes through fieldwork, analysis and modelling.
* Manages projects and contracts, including tendering and site supervision.
* Advises stakeholders clearly on coastal risks, impacts and engineering outcomes.
* Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team, delivering analysis and results in a timely manner to support overall project goals.
All successful applicants will embody the behaviours and mindsets outlined in the Building Leadership Impact and Leadership Expectations. The leadership context of this position is Personal Leadership.
Our Offer
* A level of job security that is unmatched in the private sector.
* Generous and flexible leave options including annual, additional public holidays, long service, parental, carer's, cultural, and purchased leave.
* No hours go unrewarded – accrue flexitime for work completed beyond the standard 37.5-hour work week.
* Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work location for enhanced work life balance.
* Contemporary office environment in Fremantle featuring end-of-trip amenities, collaborative workspaces, and technology-enabled facilities designed to support additional needs, wellbeing, and flexible working. Not to mention views of the coast and a leisurely stroll to dozens of cafés!
* I built that! Your efforts have an obvious impact on WA's current and future coastal lifestyle.
* End-to-end project exposure working on initiatives that drive innovation and deliver lasting benefits for our coastal communities.
* Meaningful work that aligns with your values. Protect WA's people, coastline and future.
* Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and hands-on experience with instant impact.
* Spend your work hours supporting the management of Western Australia's stunning coastline, and your personal time enjoying the lifestyle your efforts make possible.
* Discounts on health insurance, gym memberships and more with our corporate partners.
Learn more about our commitment to you,here.
Applying
* Applying is easy! Apply online by clicking the 'Apply for Job' button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format:
* Evidence of your degree in engineering or approved equivalent.
* A relevant résumé that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained in relation to the selection criteria on the attached JDF (maximum 3 pages); and
* A two-page statement addressing the below Selection Criteria (from the JDF), relating to specific examples from your career to date:
* Demonstrated experience and skills in the investigation and design assessment associated with coastal engineering and maritime works.
* Experience in project and contract management including the supervision of contracted works.
* Well-developed written and verbal communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to interact effectively with officers at all levels and work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Well-developed ability to manage, analyses and evaluate projects utilizing effective problem-solving skills.
* Competency in the use and application of a personal computer for analysis, modelling, report preparation and presentations.
* Please nominate two 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 10am on Monday, 23 March, 2026. Please ensure your application is submitted on time, as late applications will not be accepted.
* DTMI may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
The Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure is committed to building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form), have any question about the process or how to submit your application, please contact our Recruitment Team at ***********@transport.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 6***.
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