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SalaryPlease be advised that scheduled maintenance is to be undertaken on Saturday 22nd June 2024 from 5 AM to 8 AM (AWST) and the system will be unavailable during this window.Convenience Buttons:Principal Coastal EngineerBusiness Unit/Division: Maritime
Location: Fremantle (Newman Court)
Position Number: 26378
Salary: Specified Callings Level 4 $134,613 - $143,896 p.a. + Super PS CSA A 2022
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Closing Date: 2024-07-01 3:00 PM
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-The future of WA’s coasts?Be part of itWorking for the Department of Transport (DoT) allows you to play an important part in delivering State Government coastal management projects and programs to support the people of Western Australia enjoy and manage their coastal areas. 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.At the Department of Transport, we foster collaboration, promote well-being, embrace adaptability, and support accountability to deliver exceptional services.Collaboration | Wellbeing | Adaptability | AccountabilityThere has never been a more exciting time to join our team and be part of the future!The OpportunityA highly experienced Principal Coastal Engineer, to lead our coastal management team, delivering Coast WA as part of our Fremantle based Maritime Planning team.As our Principal Coastal Engineer, you will lead a professional, engaged team providing specialist advice on coastal processes and undertake a sustainable approach to coastal management and engineering. You will be a key part of delivering Coast WA, which delivers a State Government investment of $33.5 million over five years from 2021-26. This includes supporting local coastal managers developing and reviewing complex Coastal Engineering designs and investigations, overseeing coastal grants programs and research programs, and providing exceptional technical expertise on matters of coastal management and engineering. You will be integral to preparing grant proposals for coastal management projects, and you will facilitate budget submissions and business cases to support further investment into Western Australia’s response to climate change in our coastal communities.Occasionally, you will be also required to travel intrastate and interstate for short periods and work in remote locations.To succeed in this role, you will be solutions focused, a strong leader, able to manage complex projects and be capable of taking a lead role in the provision of expert Coastal Engineering advice on behalf of the department.This is a unique and exciting opportunity to be involved in the delivery of a strategic response to the coastal erosion and inundation hotspots in Western Australia, providing strong State leadership and partnership with local government in addressing the increasing threat of coastal hazard across Western Australia. For more information about the past and current projects at numerous coastal erosion hotspots and other coastal sites, please view the coastal grants websiteFor further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Fangjun Li, Manager Coastal Engineering and Management on 0408 926 512 and/or Fangjun.li@transport.wa.gov.au.There is currently one (1) immediate fixed term vacancy available for a period finishing on 30 June 2026, with a possibility of extension and/or permanency.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.About you
- Demonstrate extensive experience in the investigation, analysis, design, and construction of coastal structures.
- Effectively manage sizeable and complex maritime and Coastal Engineering projects
- Display highly developed communication and negotiation skills.
- Cultivate strong, effective working relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders,
- Lead, manage, mentor and coach staff within the Business Unit.
- A competitive salary, and 11% employer contributed superannuation and salary sacrifice options.
- Access to flexible working arrangements including working from home or alternate work location for enhanced work life balance.
- Access to flexi leave as set out in the Public Sector CSA Agreement 2022, whereby flexi leave can be accrued and taken for any additional hours worked.
- Work life balance so you can so you can spend your work hours supporting the management of Western Australia’s beautiful coast and have time outside of work to enjoy the lifestyle these areas facilitate
- Not just a job, but an opportunity to broaden your career in public service, working on fulfilling and engaging projects that you will see come to fruition.
- Support from your manager and team, we have a collaboration and innovation culture.
- Bright, modern offices close to transport links with a friendly team environment.
- Work for an innovative Government agency with limitless long-term career prospects and unlimited coastal data access.
- Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave, 3 public service holidays yearly and long service leave every 7 years.
- A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained in relation to the job description; and
- A two (2) page summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in the context of the JDF and Selection Criteria.
- Your application must contain the complete names and contact information of two (2) referees who can provide feedback on the applicant's capacity to meet all the Essential Work-Related Requirements. At least one of the referees should be the applicant's recent supervisor/manager unless there are exceptional circumstances.
