Westport is seeking a visionary Program Director to lead one of Australia’s most significant and complex infrastructure initiatives. This multi-billion-dollar program encompasses one of the world’s few major greenfield port developments, and the ambition to positively change infrastructure delivery in WA, positioning it as a career defining opportunity. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Western Australia’s freight transport system, delivering a transformative legacy for generations to come.

As Program Director, you will drive a program-wide approach to the implementation and innovation of Westport strategies and policies, benefits realisation, program control, quality, and facilitation activities supporting marine, port, road, and rail infrastructure works throughout the definition and delivery phases of the program. Working alongside and in collaboration with Project Directors, you will provide integration, control, and assurance functions across both infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects. By driving excellence in governance, fostering innovation and ensuring consistency of continually improving standards, you will enable the program to deliver world class outcomes that reshape Western Australia’s freight future.

Your impact will be through:

Leading program-wide controls, assurance, and interface frameworks that underpin delivery success

Driving integration and focus across infrastructure delivery to ensure alignment and enable the most efficient implementation of Westport’s strategic goals

Providing information, guidance and oversight to support Project Directors and managers in achieving program policy objectives and delivery milestones through enabling them to manage their projects within your program management framework

Building capability and inspiring high performance across the program through mentoring and strong leadership.

You will join a bold and collaborative team, shaping a future-ready freight transport system that fosters connection, innovation and long-term prosperity for Western Australia.

What sets you apart:

In addition to your proven success leading multidisciplinary teams in high-profile, politically sensitive environments to deliver complex programs and infrastructure projects, you will also bring:

Extensive stakeholder leadership with demonstrated ability to engage and influence across all levels of government, industry, unions, and communities.

Program management excellence, a strong track record in governance, reporting, risk management, and steering committee engagement at scale.

Innovation in sustainability, productivity, and workplace practices, creating a culture that embraces new ideas, fosters collaboration, and drives measurable improvements in program delivery.

High-level influence and negotiation with proven ability to build consensus, resolve conflict, and drive outcomes among diverse and high-profile stakeholders.

Deep governance expertise and a strong understanding of governance principles and their practical application in a government program context.

Resilience and tenacity with the capacity to navigate complexity, anticipate challenges, and deliver solutions in fast-moving and dynamic environments.

What’s in it for You:

At Westport, you’ll find more than just a job, you’ll discover a place to grow, contribute, and make a lasting impact.

A culture that invites you in. We are collaborative, inclusive and supportive. We are committed to helping you grow both personally and professionally

We offer purpose driven projects. Be part of exciting, complex and strategic initiatives that will transform WA’s container supply chain and create a legacy for generations to come.

We provide you with space to thrive. Apply your expertise, stretch your skills and take ownership of your career development within a dynamic organisation.

Reward your impact with a competitive salary, and 12% employer superannuation contribution and salary packaging options.

Expect flexibility and balance within a forward-thinking organisation that values new ideas and supports flexible ways of working.

We offer a modern workplace experience with a CBD office close to public transport, shops, and cafes, up to date facilities and end of trip amenities.

Future career pathways with long term opportunities to grow your career while contributing to one of Australia’s most significant infrastructure programs.

Want to know more?

For further information about this role, please review the attached Job Description Form (JDF). If you have any questions, contact Consultant Susan Kurtjak at QL Management Consultants on 0417 830 809 or via email at [email protected].

This is an SES fixed term contract opportunity for a period of up to five (5) years. Suitable candidates may receive further offers of employment in this or similar roles for a period of twelve (12) months from date of first appointment.

How to Apply

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

A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experience in relation to the job description; and

A summary (no more than 3 pages) outlining the key responsibilities and achievements throughout your career, aligned in the context of the JDF and the essential role specific requirements, Westport’s values and the Leadership Expectations and Behaviours.

Applications close at 4:00pm on 2 October 2025. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

If you have any questions regarding submitting your application, please contact our Recruitment Team on (08) 6551 6888.

The DoT may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants.

Successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance before commencing employment.