Principal Strategic Planner

Working for the Department of Transport (DoT) will give you the opportunity to be part of a progressive organisation and play a part in connecting the people of Western Australia. The Maritime directorate is responsible for planning and delivering major infrastructure projects and innovative programs along the WA coastline. 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 | Accountability
There has never been a more exciting time to join our team and be part of the future of transport!
We’re looking for
A proactive and visionary Strategic Planner to join our Maritime Planning Branch and lead the transformation of waterfront precincts across Western Australia.
Current projects include delivery of precinct master plans to transform and revitalise Fremantle, Hillarys and Exmouth Boat Harbours.
As an experienced and innovative urban planner, you will lead a team planning for new waterfront proposals and revitalisation of existing waterfront precincts through the concept, planning and delivery phases including stakeholder consultations and approvals. You will also manage procurement processes including drafting complex scope of works, contractor assessment and evaluation and manage contracts and consultants’ output to support investigations and maritime planning.
You will be a strategic thinker, directing visionary, long-term approaches which are determined to be financially viable and physically implementable. You will be able to be innovative in this role. You will also have strong communication skills to provide senior representation across a variety of external stakeholders.
Located in the new state-of-the-art offices in Kings Square, Fremantle, you will be close to the Fremantle Markets, café, restaurants, and public transport. Our new Agile Based Working environment aligns with DoT’s Future Ready Workforce program, which aims to develop a capable, adaptable, and responsive workforce and nurtures an organisational culture that embraces new and different ways of working.
There is 1 x permanent full-time position available for immediate filling.
The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact James Holder, Manager Project Development on 0428 911 558.
We need someone who can

• Shape and drive strategic planning for new and transformed waterfront precincts.
• Drive fresh thinking.
• Exemplify personal integrity and self-awareness.
• Cultivate strong, productive working relationships and partnerships.
• Communicate and influence at a senior level with a range of stakeholders including industry and government bodies.

You can expect

• Exciting and challenging strategic projects that will shape the future of waterfront precincts.
• A highly experienced and motivated team and support from senior level executive peers
• The opportunity to fully utilise your expertise and develop your career within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation.
• A supportive, flexible workplace which supports a work-life balance.
• Access to training, mentoring and leadership development.
• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave and 3 public service holidays each year. In addition, long services leave accrues every 7 years.
• A competitive salary, and 11% employer contributed superannuation and salary sacrifice options.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
The Department of Transport 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, please contact our Recruitment Team at or (08) 6551 6888.
Application Process
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only.
We require you to submit: * A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained in relation to the job description; and

• A written statement (maximum three (3) pages) addressing only the following selection criteria (SC). Responses should be aligned to the context of this position within the Department of Transport’s Maritime operation:

• (SC2) Extensive experience in advancing development concepts through to a project ready stage including master planning, preliminary design, stakeholder engagement, business case development and project approvals.
• (SC3) Extensive experience in project management including defining, procuring and supervising specialist consultancy contracts to support project development and approval.
• (SC5) Well-developed ability to conduct research and undertake analysis utilising effective problem-solving skills, whilst performing a regulatory role.
• The CV 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 immediate (most recent) supervisor/manager unless there are exceptional circumstances.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted. If you have any questions regarding submitting your application or would like more information on the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team on (08) 6551 6888.
The DoT may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants.
Successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance before commencing employment.
Subsequent Vacancies
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies at the Department of Transport, in accordance with Part 2 of the Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies.
Whilst new appointments may commence on a fixed term basis, there may be the possibility of extension and/or permanency in the future.