You want to play a part in making NSW a better place to work, live and travel.

You have the prospect to gain a wealth of expertise and a diverse range of skills, providing insight and knowledge without losing sight of your work-life balance or wellbeing.

In this role, you'll:

Provide specialist maritime and coastal engineering expertise across planning, design, delivery and asset management activities. Working closely with project teams, consultants, contractors and government stakeholders, you will help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with technical standards, budget requirements and community expectations.

More specifically you will:

- Provide specialist engineering advice and technical management support across maritime and coastal infrastructure projects.
- Review and assess engineering designs to ensure compliance with Transport standards, customer requirements and operational needs.
- Apply a risk-based approach to engineering decisions, ensuring assets are safe and fit for purpose throughout their lifecycle.
- Coordinate and contribute to technical governance activities, including specifications, design reviews and engineering assurance processes.
- Coordinate technical reviews and support approvals from relevant authorities and stakeholders.
- Build strong working relationships with internal teams, contractors, consultants and external stakeholders to drive project success.
- Monitor emerging industry trends, innovations and best practices in maritime and coastal engineering and apply these insights to project delivery.
- Support the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective engineering solutions that deliver value for customers and communities.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

You are an experienced engineering professional with a strong background in maritime, coastal, civil or structural engineering. You enjoy solving complex technical challenges, influencing stakeholders and working collaboratively across multidisciplinary environments.



You combine sound engineering judgement with strong communication and technical/project management skills to deliver high-quality outcomes.

- Degree-qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering, or able to demonstrate equivalent professional experience.
- Proven experience in the design and delivery of coastal and maritime transport and infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of maritime and coastal engineering materials, equipment, construction techniques and engineering principles.
- Demonstrated understanding of relevant engineering legislation, standards, regulations and codes of practice.
- Ability to analyse complex technical issues, manage risk and develop practical engineering solutions.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse groups.
- Experience of contributing to project management, procurement and contract management activities.
- Knowledge of digital engineering and sustainable infrastructure practices will be highly regarded.
- Committed to integrity, collaboration, continuous improvement and delivering positive outcomes for customers and communities.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy

Apply today

Applications close 11:59 PM Sunday 1 November 2026

For more information about this role, please contact [email protected].

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW

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