- Help drive opportunities for growth in our Perth Office
- A diverse Asset Management role across roads/rail/ports & airports

We are seeking a Senior/ Principal asset management professional with deep knowledge of the Western Australian Road environment and the credibility to lead complex client work.

At the National Transport Research Organisation (NTRO) we strive to be an innovation portal through which government and industry can gain great outcomes across all modes of transport. We create new knowledge through research, develop the means for improving practice, and provide expert advice to the Australia and New Zealand Transport Agencies and industry to ensure that our communities will always have protected, sustainable and efficient transportation networks.

Your next opportunity awaits at NTRO

This role combines technical leadership, trusted client advice and business development to strengthen NTRO’s Road asset management capability in Western Australia and abroad.

What you will contribute

You will lead high-value assignments from opportunity identification through to delivery, bringing together technical expertise, commercial judgement and strong stakeholder relationships. You will also help mentor others and influence how NTRO’s Western Australian asset management offering develops.

- Lead complex road asset management strategies, advisory assignments and improvement programs for government and industry clients.
- Provide senior technical direction, quality assurance and practical advice across road infrastructure asset portfolios.
- Develop trusted relationships with Main Roads WA,



local government and other key stakeholders across the Western Australian market.
- Identify opportunities, shape solutions, prepare proposals, and contribute directly to winning new work.
- Lead project scope, delivery, budgets, risks, reports and client outcomes.
- Mentor and guide less experienced team members while supporting consistent, high-quality technical practices.
- Help define and grow NTRO’s Road asset management offering and market presence in Western Australia.

You should absolutely apply if:

- You have 10+ years’ experience in the Australian roads sector, including substantial asset management or infrastructure advisory experience.
- You bring strong knowledge of Main Roads WA, WA Local Government, road asset management practices and the Western Australian market.
- You have led consultancy or advisory projects for government clients and can demonstrate accountability for successful delivery.
- You have strong technical capability across road infrastructure assets, supported by sound judgement and practical problem-solving.
- You are commercially minded, with experience identifying opportunities, shaping proposals, and supporting business growth.




- You are an influential communicator who can build credibility with senior clients, partners, and technical stakeholders.
- You can lead work independently, manage competing priorities, and support the development of other professionals.

We offer the following and more to ensure we look after the ones who matter most, Our People:

- Work alongside globally recognised specialists, with access to mentoring and technical collaboration.
- Tailored career development and clear opportunities to broaden your expertise and industry impact.
- Pre-tax salary sacrifice’s arrangements and a range of employee advantages.
- Eight weeks of parental leave and support when returning to work.
- Annual Christmas closure, including two additional paid days in December closure.
- Reward and recognition initiatives, plus an active social club and regular team events.

Every role at NTRO is meaningful, are you ready for yours?

NTRO values the different perspectives, experiences and capabilities people bring to our work. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, including women seeking to make an impact across transport infrastructure and STEM.

If you are excited by the role but do not meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your broader skills and experience may strengthen our ability to deliver effective transport solutions and positive community outcomes.

- Applicants must have full Australian working rights
- A valid Australian driver license is required.
- This position is Perth based.

📌 Senior/ Principal Asset Management - Transport Infrastructure (Perth)
🏢 National Transport Research Organisation
📍 Perth