Senior Organisational Development Specialist

Fremantle Ports refreshed 2027 Strategic Plan marks an exciting new chapter for one of Australia's most successful ports. Building on decades of expertise, we're setting a bold vision for the future, and we need an experienced, values-driven Senior Organisational Development Specialist to help make it happen.

You'll drive organisational change by designing and implementing strategies for employee engagement, leadership development and workforce capability. 

If you're passionate about making a difference, love working in a fast-paced environment, and are inspired by the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, this could be the role for you.

Role Highlights

As Senior Organisational Development Specialist, you will meaningfully influence the culture of Fremantle Ports through the design and implementation of organisational development initiatives, positively impacting engagement and performance. You won't be doing this alone, you'll join a tight-knit team who pride themselves on excellent service and delivery of effective solutions.

In this diverse, hands-on role, your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and implementing programs to enhance leadership capabilities across Fremantle Ports.   

• Identifying talent pipelines and career development pathways to support development and growth.

• Implementing projects focused on improving diversity, equity and inclusion within Fremantle Ports.

• Reviewing and implementing initiatives to support diversity, inclusion and equity across Fremantle Ports.

• Managing the Learning Management System.

• Liaising with leaders and subject matter experts to understand learning requirements and deliver programs aligned to business needs.

• Planning, designing, developing, validating, facilitating, evaluating and reviewing learning programs.

What Makes You a Great Fit

You're a confident communicator and natural relationship-builder and collaborator. You thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy working with other teams to deliver outstanding results.

You will also bring:

• Substantial experience in implementing and driving organisational development outcomes.

•  Experience in designing, implementing, delivering and evaluating organisational development strategies and capability frameworks including best practice methodologies.

• Substantial knowledge and experience in LMS platforms.

• Experience in designing online learning modules and supporting materials.

• Experience in leading performance and talent cycles and succession planning.

• Experience delivering diversity and inclusion initiatives to drive cultural equity and change. 

What We Offer

Join Fremantle Ports and be part of a proud organisation with a rich history and culture that makes a significant contribution to the WA economy.  Primarily based in Fremantle, you'll enjoy a unique workplace with stunning ocean views, rich heritage and striking architecture in the heart of the Victoria Quay precinct, which is currently undergoing exciting revitalisation. You'll also enjoy variety through occasional travel to our Kwinana facilities. 

Benefit from free onsite parking and access to a gymnasium, flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance, generous annual leave, access to salary packaging, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive health and wellness program. 

Get to Know Us

Fremantle Ports is a Government Trading Enterprise with proven commercial success and a highly regarded reputation with its partners, the community, and other stakeholders. The Port of Fremantle is a vital transport hub, supporting Western Australia's economic growth by facilitating more than $45 billion of trade in FY Fremantle Ports acts as both a landlord, and the operator of its own import and export facilities in Kwinana.

Next Steps 

If you're looking for a meaningful role in an organisation with purpose, impact, and a strong values-based culture, we want to hear from you. Let's shape the future of the port together.

Further information is detailed in the employee job description. For specific queries, please contact the recruitment team via  - applications from recruitment agencies and/or sent direct to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: Tuesday 11 November 2025 at 5:00pm AWST.

Fremantle Ports is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, underpinned by our Values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. We strive to attract, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce by providing supportive pathways and development opportunities. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged.