Project Engineer

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

Work that aligns with your values.

Protect WA’s people, coastline and future.

Working for the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) allows you to play a part in connecting the people of Western Australia. We are a progressive organisation and leaders in providing safe, accessible, sustainable, and efficient transport services and solutions that promote economic prosperity and enhance the lifestyles of all Western Australians.

Collaboration | Wellbeing | Adaptability | Accountability

There has never been a more exciting time to join our team and be part of the future of transport

DTMI Maritime is the lead agency for a multimillion-dollar program of transformational waterfront and infrastructure projects along the Western Australian coastline for the benefit of the WA community. We are delivering an unprecedented level of investment in our recreational and commercial boating infrastructure, including marine and land side development opportunities, to enhance customer amenities and the visitor experience.

Ready to engineer a legacy?

Join the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure’s Maritime Directorate and play a pivotal role in delivering projects that shape Western Australia’s iconic coastline. As a Project Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of a dynamic 10-year capital works program—designing, upgrading, and building maritime infrastructure that supports communities, industry, and the environment.

You’ll collaborate with passionate professionals and stakeholders across the state, from the earliest planning stages through to hands-on construction. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to innovate, problem-solve, and see your work make a real impact—whether you’re advising on project strategy, managing detailed designs, or ensuring the safe delivery of new facilities.

If you’re looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your ideas are heard, and your work leaves a lasting mark on WA’s future, this is your opportunity.

There are currently the following positions available for immediate filling:

For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Forms (JDFs) and contact Dilhan Wijesinghe, Senior Project Engineer on 0418 927 820 and/or Dilhan.Wijesinghe@transport.wa.gov.au.

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 this 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 and Major Infrastructure.

Why join DTMI?

- A level of job security that simply doesn’t exist in the private sector.
- Spend your work hours supporting the management of Western Australia’s stunning coastline, and your personal time enjoying the lifestyle your efforts make possible.
- Flexible daily start and finish times and no hours go unrewarded – accrue flexitime for work completed beyond the standard 37.5 hour work week.
- The opportunity to fully utilise your expertise and develop your career within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation.
- I built that Your efforts have an obvious impact of WA’s current and future coastal lifestyle.
- Split your time between a modern, collaborative office environment (in the heart of Fremantle) and hands-on site work at stunning coastal locations across WA.
- Generous and flexible leave options including annual, additional public holidays, long service, parental, carer’s, cultural, and purchased leave.
- Jump into a new car or compound your superannuation using pre-tax salary sacrificing.

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

The ideal candidate will have

- Relevant engineering degree (civil, coastal, mechanical, electrical) and eligibility for professional membership (e.g., Institution of Engineers Australia).
- Experience in project management of maritime or civil engineering infrastructure, including procurement and construction oversight.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills, with ability to engage stakeholders effectively.
- Sound analytical and problem-solving ability, applied to complex projects and operational challenges.
- A collaborative team approach, working across multi-disciplinary teams and external partners.

Applying is easy

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

- Your resume (up to 3 pages), targeted to these roles; clearly outlining the achievements, skills and experience you have gained in relation to the JDF.
- A copy of your Engineering degree.

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 Thursday, 20 th of November, 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.

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.

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