Drive the delivery of critical infrastructure shaping WA’s future economic prosperity.

About Us

Westport is a transformational program that offers a rare opportunity for progressive and impactful large-scale infrastructure planning. Part of the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure, the Westport Office is responsible for delivering a diverse program of works that will:

• Scale up WA’s trade capabilities for the next century.
• Enable larger, more efficient vessels that Fremantle Port cannot accommodate.
• Increase the share of rail freight, reducing road congestion and emissions.
• Include an innovative port design informed by marine environmental science.
• Enable the transformation of Fremantle Port into vibrant mixed-use communities.
• Generate thousands of jobs during construction and operations.
• Encourage growth within the Kwinana Industrial Area and Western Trade Coast.

Westport spans 8 major infrastructure projects, and a raft of non-infrastructure commercial, environmental, planning, reform and strategy implementation programs, all integrating to realise meaningful benefits for our state and to deliver a legacy of innovation and improvement in infrastructure delivery in Western Australia.

Westport is in an exciting phase, growing a values-based and outcomes-focussed cross-government team to deliver this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. 

To find out more about the Westport Program, visit: https://westport.wa.gov.au/

The Opportunity:

Westport are seeking a dynamic and forward‑thinking Program Delivery Manager - Facilitation to lead one of the Program’s most strategically important workstreams. This is a rare chance to contribute to a once‑in‑a‑century infrastructure initiative that will redefine WA’s freight future. In this role, you will sit at the heart of a transformational, multi‑decade program – shaping how Westport brings together strategic planning for category management and supply chain readiness, including alignment with critical industry stakeholders, land assembly, design quality frameworks, approvals and compliance programs, to deliver a world‑class container port and integrated logistics network.

You will guide the facilitation and alignment of critical cross‑program components - ensuring Westport’s projects, partners and stakeholders work together seamlessly to deliver best‑for‑program outcomes - Your leadership will be key in enabling Westport to move confidently from planning into delivery.

This is an opportunity to influence at the highest levels across industry and government, lead multidisciplinary teams, and help chart the direction of one of WA’s most significant infrastructure programs. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring Westport has the land, supply chain capacity, approvals and strategic partnerships needed to successfully deliver the port of the future.

Your impact will be through:

• Leading a key program workstream that drives strategic facilitation to enable Westport’s transition from planning into delivery.
• Strengthening collaboration across government, industry and delivery partners, leading interfacing processes to ensure alignment, integrated outcomes and coordinated program‑wide decision‑making.
• Guiding strategic supply chain planning, including leveraging Westport’s scale to secure critical materials, equipment and workforce capacity in a competitive delivery environment.
• Overseeing land assembly, approvals and compliance activities, ensuring regulatory requirements, schedule expectations and stakeholder commitments are met across the program.
• Providing strong leadership to multidisciplinary teams and consultants, ensuring robust business cases, implementing effective governance, proactive risk management and high‑quality technical and design outcomes.

 What sets you apart:

• Proven experience and expertise in strategic supply chain planning or managing supply chain‑focused programs within major infrastructure initiatives.
• Substantial project management experience delivering complex projects or workstreams across the full project lifecycle.
• Highly developed strategic thinking, problem‑solving and decision‑making capability, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and integrate multiple technical workstreams.
• Demonstrated leadership ability that inspires direction, drives outcomes and aligns teams to strategic objectives.
• Experience leading facilitation processes that support the delivery of complex projects or programs (desirable).
• Understanding of government processes, particularly the development of large, complex business cases (desirable).
• Experience managing contracts, contractors and consultants in major infrastructure environments (desirable).

Want to know more?

For further information about the roles, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Forms (JDF) and contact Feigh Sugg, Program Director on 0421648621 or feigh.sugg@westport.wa.gov.au.

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 with modern facilities and end of trip amenities.
• Future career pathways with long term opportunities to grow your career while contributing to one of Western Australia’s most significant infrastructure programs.

There is currently one (1) full time, fixed term appointment contract up to 30 June 2028 with the possibility of extensions and/or permanency available for immediate start. 

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 twelve (12) months from date of first appointment.

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 experiences you have gained in relation to the job description; and
2. A Two (2) page covering letter outlining the position of interest, key responsibilities, and achievements you have had during your career in context of JDF and Selection Criteria.

Applications close at 4:00pm on 12 February 2026. 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. 

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), please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@transport.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 6888.