Port and Waterways Engineer
Department: | Parks Victoria |
Work Type: | Ongoing - full time |
Job Function: | Engineering |
Classification: | PVO7 |
Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
Reference: | VG/105680/PWE |
Closing Date: | 08-Jun-2025 |
Salary Range: | $117,916 - $128,823 |
Job Duration: | N/A |
Attachments: | Position Description - 10568 - Port and Waterways Engineer.docx (Word, 94KB) Job Specification Position Description - 10568 - Port and Waterways Engineer.pdf (PDF, 207KB) Job Specification |
Contact: | Victor Teoh (03) 8427 3101 |
Position Details
- $117,916 - $128,823 + Super + Range of employee benefits
- Hybrid working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance
- Support environmental, social and economic outcomes for a diverse range of parks and reserves
About the role
As the Port and Waterway Engineer, you will be responsible for the delivery of our technical assessment program for maritime assets across the local ports of Port Phillip and Western Port.
This role will also provide you with the opportunity to work on a number of different projects, with duties including the engagement of contractors and overseeing local works. You will also get out into the field to undertake technical inspections and condition assessments of maritime assets.
You will hold strong communication skills and have the ability to provide technical advice on asset condition, design support and prepare project briefs for implementation of repairs, renewal and replacement programs.
We are seeking a motivated professional who has knowledge of maritime asset management and a highly developed understanding of asset and project management - you will be joining a supportive team in a progressive environment, allowing you to diversify your experience and achieve individual and organisational goals.
We're looking for someone with:
- Experience in the successful delivery of asset inspection, maintenance programs and projects is essential
- Working knowledge of maritime asset management
- A tertiary qualification in engineering, or similar is mandatory
- Strong written and verbal, presentation and communication skills, including leading stakeholder and community engagement
Your application will need to include:
- A current Resume
- A brief cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) as outlined in the position description
Application Closing date: Sunday, 08 June 2025
Sound like you?
If this sounds like you, and you would like to help us with our regional maritime activities, then we would like to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about the role, call Victor Teoh, Manager Regional Operations on (03) 8427 3101 or apply online!
Why work for us
- Structured salary progression, including annual performance-based salary increases, plus incremental salary increases twice a year, as per the Parks Victoria Enterprise Agreement 2021
- Work life balance through hybrid working arrangements, in accordance with government guidelines, with modern Albert Park office location
- High-performing supportive culture providing quality outcomes for the Victorian community
- Commitment to wellbeing through our dedicated Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Inclusive employment support for Aboriginal and ATSI staff, including cultural leave entitlements
Employment Requirements
Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.