Job opportunity

Coastal Engineering with Impact

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

These positions offer the opportunity to work on complex, high‑impact projects, apply specialist engineering expertise, and contribute to the stewardship of one of Western Australia’s most valuable natural assets.

You’ll lead or contribute to the investigation, design and delivery of coastal engineering solutions—addressing coastal vulnerability, climate change impacts and the safe, sustainable use of navigable waters. Working across planning, design and construction phases, you’ll collaborate with government, industry and community stakeholders to deliver high‑quality coastal infrastructure and long‑term adaptation outcomes for WA.

For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Frederic Saint-Cast, Manager Coastal Engineering and Management on 0400 608 965 and/or Frederic.Saint-Cast@transport.wa.gov.au.

There is currently 1 permanent Principal Coastal Engineer (SCL4) position available for immediate filling and future vacancies are anticipated for Project Manager Coastal Engineering (SCL3) positions in the future.

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 24 months from date of first appointment across the Department. 

About you

The leadership context for both positions is Personal Leadership.

Project Managers will

• Manage coastal engineering projects from investigation through to delivery.
• Apply specialist knowledge of coastal processes, climate impacts and infrastructure design.
• Engage stakeholders and manage consultants to deliver sustainable coastal outcomes.

Principal Coastal Engineers will

• Lead complex coastal engineering investigations, design and technical assurance.
• Develop sustainable solutions for coastal protection and maritime infrastructure.
• Provide expert advice, mentor engineers and influence strategic coastal decisions.

Our Offer

• No hours go unrewarded – accrue flexitime for work completed beyond the standard 37.5-hour work week.
• Generous and flexible leave options including annual, additional public holidays, long service, parental, carer’s, cultural, and purchased leave.
• Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work location for enhanced work life balance.  
• I built that! Your efforts have an obvious impact of 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.
• A level of job security that is unmatched in the private sector.
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and hands-on experience with instant impact.
• Split your time between a collaborative office environment and hands-on site work at stunning coastal locations across WA.

Learn more about our commitment to you, here.  

Applying is easy!

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button, indicate which jobs you are applying for and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format: 

1. Evidence of your qualification in Engineering and eligibility for professional membership of the Institution of Engineers Australia.
2. A relevant résumé that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained in relation to the selection criteria on the attached JDF; and
3. Considering the role and selection criteria on the JDF, provide one page outlining why you are suitable for the position/s you are applying for.

Please, nominate two (2) 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 3pm on Monday, 20 April 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 recruitment@transport.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 6888.