The Opportunity

We are seeking passionate and skilled individuals to join our Marine Officer Pool.

As a Marine Officer, you will be at the frontline of maritime safety and compliance. You’ll enforce marine legislation, educate the public on safe boating practices and respond to maritime incidents. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a real impact.

A requirement of this position is to work regular and varying shifts including weekends and public holidays. Additionally, as a part of our regional assistance patrol schedule, you will be required to work short periods (5-10 days) in various regional locations at least once a year.

For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Jackson Chapman, Team Leader Operational Compliance, on 0436 608 513.

There are currently the following positions available for immediate filling:

• 3 x permanent positions
• 3 x fixed term positions with possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 24 months from date of first appointment across the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure.

About you

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to compliance and safety.
• Thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy working outdoors and on the water.
• Cultivate strong, productive working relationships and partnerships.
• Possess excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Operate and maintain high-speed vessels with confidence.
• Hold or be close to obtaining a Coxswain Grade 1 Certificate of Competency or equivalent.

We believe everyone at the DTMI is a leader, contributing to our impactful work for the sector and community. We expect all employees to embody the behaviours and mindsets outlined in the Building Leadership Impact and Leadership Expectations. The leadership context of this position is Personal Leadership.

Apply Now!

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format:

1. A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained in relation to the job description.
2. A maximum two (2) page cover letter addressing the below points:

• Elaborate further on your experience maintaining and operating high-speed vessels.
• Describe a time when you had to rapidly make sound decisions in a high stress situation. What was the outcome? What would you do differently next time?
• Please outline your knowledge and experience in relation to recreational and commercial vessel legislation, your response should demonstrate your understanding of how this legislation applies in WA, particularly in relation to safety, compliance, and waterways safety management

1. Copy of your Marine Certificate of Competency (Coxswain’s Grade 1) if relevant.
2. Copy of your current, valid Western Australian ‘C’ class driving licence.

Applications for this opportunity close at 3pm on Thursday, 14 August 2025. 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.