Shape Navigational Safety Across WA’s Waterways
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. We are leaders in providing safe, accessible, sustainable, and efficient transport services and solutions that promote economic prosperity and enhance the lifestyles of all Western Australians.
The Waterways Safety and Management branch leads the behaviour‑change and compliance programs that keep WA’s navigable waters safe. We deliver targeted safety education and work closely with communities and industry to encourage and enforce responsible use of our waterways. It’s hands‑on, collaborative work with real impact, backed by a friendly culture and opportunities to contribute across Maritime projects. It’s all done in partnership, with State, Commonwealth, local authorities, industry and the community, in a supportive, flexible environment where people collaborate across specialist teams and build capability to make a visible difference.
The Opportunity
Lead the strategic direction of navigational safety across Western Australia’s vast and diverse waterways.
This senior management role offers the opportunity to shape state-wide aids to navigation, aquatic use planning and maritime safety programs that directly support safe, sustainable use of WA’s navigable waters. You’ll balance long‑term infrastructure planning with operational delivery, lead technical specialists, and work closely with government, industry and community stakeholders. If you bring strong maritime expertise, infrastructure leadership and a passion for public safety, this is a chance to make a lasting statewide impact.
There is currently 1 permanent position available for immediate filling.
For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Graeme Meinema on 0483 003 526 and/or [email protected].
The Ideal Candidate
- Strategic leader in navigational safety and marine infrastructure, delivering complex, regulated programs at scale.
- Influential people and stakeholder manager, effectively leading teams and partnering across government and industry.
- Current Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal Certificate (or equivalent) with strong practical maritime capability.
All successful applicants will embody the behaviours and mindsets outlined in the Building Leadership Impact and Leadership Expectations. The leadership context of this position is Leading Leaders.
Our Offer
- A level of job security that is unmatched by the private sector.
- Generous and flexible leave options including annual, additional public holidays, long service, parental, carer’s, cultural, and purchased leave.
- No hours go unrewarded – accrue flexitime for work completed beyond the standard 37.5-hour work week.
- Split your time between a collaborative office environment and hands-on site work at stunning locations across WA.
- 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 lifestyle.
- Meaningful work that aligns with your values. Protect WA’s people, coastline and future.
- Discounts on health insurance, gym memberships and more with our corporate partners.
- Spend your work hours supporting the management of Western Australia’s stunning waterways, and your personal time enjoying the lifestyle your efforts make possible.
Learn more about our commitment to you, here.
Applying is easy!
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format:
- A relevant résumé that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained in relation to the selection criteria on the attached JDF; and
- A 1-2 page statement providing further detail about the infrastructure projects you have managed and how your experience has led to substantial knowledge and understanding of current trends, issues and legislation that relate to the delivery of maritime/safety services.
- A copy of your current Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency that complies with the National Law 2012 or equivalent.
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 Tuesday, 23 June 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.
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.
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 [email protected] or (08) 6551 6888.
