The Opportunity

We have a unique opportunity for experienced Senior Project Engineers to join our Maritime team and be a part of an exciting array of upcoming marine infrastructure projects that will shape Western Australian’s Coastline and water transportation into the future.

The Department of Transport’s Maritime Directorate is recognised as the State Government centre of maritime expertise. Maritime has a 10-year program of works that includes major asset replacements and upgrades within existing boat harbours and delivery of new facilities throughout the state.

Working in our Maritime directorate there is a unique and exciting opportunity to be involved in the delivery of projects at numerous maritime facilities throughout Western Australia from advising during project planning through managing detailed design to supervising construction. For more information about current projects, please view the “Building for Tomorrow” website and Coastal Infrastructure projects by region Coastal infrastructure projects by region (transport.wa.gov.au).

To view more about the Maritime Directorate, please visit our website: Marine (transport.wa.gov.au).

There are currently the following positions available for immediate filling:

• 2 x Senior Project Engineer (SLC4) – fulltime fixed term, with the possibility of extension(s) or permanency.

For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Sarah Robinson, Director Project Delivery, on 0428 695 611.

This role may require the incumbent to travel to regional locations to undertake site-based roles during construction phases.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for these or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months from date of first appointment across the Department of Transport.

We will review your application thoroughly and ascertain which role(s) you are best suited for.

As part of our team, you will enjoy

• A competitive salary, and 11.5% employer contributed superannuation and salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible working arrangements including working from home on occasion and working in alternate locations when necessary.
• Exciting and challenging asset replacement, upgrade, and new facility projects at various metropolitan and regional boat harbours such as breakwaters, dredging and reclamation, wharves, jetties, boat pens, boat ramps, buildings, roads and services.
• A highly experienced and motivated team and support from senior management – demonstrated through our commitment to recognition of contribution and capability, along with opportunities for flexible work arrangements and work-life balance.
• The opportunity to fully utilise your expertise and develop your career within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation – giving you the opportunity to work on a variety of projects which will expand your experience and take pride in delivering assets for the WA Community.
• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave, 3 public service holidays yearly, flexi-leave and long service leave every 7 years.

In addition to rewarding work, we invite you to be Part of Something Real. Learn more about our commitment to you, here.

How to Apply

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only. Your application should include:

1. A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained in relation to the job description; and
2. A two (2) page summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in the context of the JDF and Selection Criteria.
3. Copy of your Engineering degree.