- Casual | 12 month opportunity | 1-2 days per week, possibility of more hours during semester breaks
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Kick-start your coastal engineering career with the City of Wanneroo!Are you currently studying Coastal Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline and looking for an opportunity to put your studies into practice?

The City of Wanneroo is looking for an Undergraduate Coastal Engineer to join our Coastal Maintenance team. This is a great opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience in coastal engineering and management while working alongside experienced coastal engineering professionals.

You’ll be involved in a range of activities that support the City’s coastal monitoring, maintenance and management programs, helping to protect and enhance our coastline for the community.

What you'll be doingWorking under the guidance of the Senior Project Manager – Coastal Engineering, you will:
• Undertake scheduled and reactive coastal site inspections to support the City's coastal monitoring program.
• Provide practical support to the City's coastal engineers across a range of coastal management activities.
• Assist with coastal engineering tasks, research, analysis and information gathering.
• Liaise with customers, consultants, contractors, government agencies and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records, registers, databases and other relevant systems.
• Contribute ideas and support business improvement initiatives within the Coastal Maintenance team.
• Respond to changing priorities, including supporting inspections and works following weather-related coastal damage.

No two days will necessarily be the same, with the role providing exposure to both office-based engineering work and the coastal environment.





What you'll bringWe’re looking for someone who is keen to learn, proactive and interested in developing their career in coastal engineering.

To be successful, you will be able to demonstrate in your cover letter and resume the following criteria:
• Be currently undertaking tertiary studies in Coastal Engineering, Environmental Engineering or another related discipline.
• Have a C Class Driver's Licence.
• Have foundational research, analysis, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Have good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Have sound computer, numeracy, literacy and data-entry skills.
• Be committed to working safely in both office and coastal environments.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable, but not essential.

Why work with us?
The City of Wanneroo is one of Western Australia's fastest-growing local governments, with a diverse and evolving coastline and a strong focus on delivering quality outcomes for our community.

This is an excellent chance for a university student to build practical industry experience, develop professional networks and learn from experienced coastal engineering professionals while contributing to the management of the City's coastal setting.

The City of Wanneroo is a diverse, community-focused organisation where your work makes a real impact not just for our residents, but for the people you work alongside. We’re proud of our inclusive culture and the many perspectives that shape it.





We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply and bring their voice to local government. If you value purpose, collaboration and a team that welcomes you for who you are, you will feel at home here.

Benefits of Working for the City

Genuine Flexibility
• This is a casual role with stable days and hours, working around university commitments
• Start and finish times can be adjusted within a 7am–7pm span, depending on your preferences and the team needs

Stability with Mobility
• Sector-wide credibility
• A comprehensive development program with internal capability frameworks and access to funded external courses, workshops, and learning

Perks & Support
• Up to 15% superannuation with matching
• Free on-site parking
• Thoughtfully designed workspaces with sit-stand desks, and spots to collaborate.
• Discounted memberships to our award-winning gym and leisure centres
• An active social club with regular events

Interested?
If you're ready to take the next step in your coastal engineering career, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply now with your resume and cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing the criteria listed above and telling us what would make you a great fit to our team.

Reference Number: 857639Close date: Monday, 28 September 2026

For further information contact Zack Lindenberg, Senior Project Manager - Coastal Engineering on 9405 5841

Applicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position. All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed. To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no older than 3 months.

Attachments:
- Position Description - Undergraduate Coastal Engineer - April 2025.pdf

📌 Undergraduate Coastal Engineer (Wanneroo)
🏢 City of Wanneroo
📍 Wanneroo