Fremantle Ports refreshed 2027 Strategic Plan marks an exciting new chapter for one of Australia’s most successful ports. Building on decades of expertise, we’re setting a bold vision for the future — and we need an experienced, values-driven Asset Investment Planner to help make it happen. If you’re passionate about making a difference, love working in a fast-paced environment, and are inspired by the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, this could be the role for you. Role Highlights Working within the Asset Management, Strategy and Planning team and across multi discipled divisions, the Asset Investment Planner will be responsible for the development and delivery of short, medium, and long-term asset investment plans at Fremantle Ports, including maintenance and capital investments of up to $100m in value. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: You will support the full lifecycle of asset investment planning — from preparing project initiation requests to modelling whole‑of‑life costs and assessing investment options across all asset classes. You’ll monitor delivery progress, manage variations, and work closely with Strategy, Planning and Performance to ensure alignment across the organisation. You will prepare compelling business cases that integrate asset condition, risk, lifecycle cost, and investment rationale, coordinating inputs from finance, delivery teams, asset performance, strategy, and subject matter experts. You’ll validate assumptions, highlight misalignment or risks, and facilitate walkthroughs with internal and external stakeholders, including Treasury. Success in this role requires strong analytical capability, cross‑divisional collaboration, and the ability to translate complex asset and financial information into clear, actionable insights. You’ll help drive a positive safety culture, uphold governance and compliance standards, and contribute to Fremantle Ports’ commitment to ethical, transparent and high‑quality decision‑making. This is an opportunity to influence strategic investment outcomes and support the long‑term sustainability and performance of one of Western Australia’s most critical infrastructure assets. What Makes You a Great Fit Ability to Work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and excellence. Self-motivated and decisive, with the ability to prioritise, and adapt to change and competing demands. Project management skills, including an ability to coordinate inputs from a multi-disciplinary range of internal staff and external consultants, while still meeting quality, time, and budget targets Knowledge of financial principles, including discounted cash flow analysis, project valuation, accounting principles and discount rate determination methods Knowledge of numerical modelling, including its use for developing demand, operational and financial models Skilled in developing WA treasury level business cases and clearly articulating complex ideas through advanced written and verbal communication. Strong oral and written communication that effectively articulates complex ideas to develop business cases. Advanced use of Microsoft BI, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint software You’ll also bring Tertiary qualification in engineering/ commercial discipline is desirable. Experience with business case, financial model development and asset investment proposals. Experience working both independently and, in a team oriented, collaborative environment. Experience with Oracle Maintenance Cloud and other Oracle systems is desirable. Experience with Port infrastructure desirable. What We Offer Join Fremantle Ports and be part of a proud organisation with a rich history and culture that makes a significant contribution to the WA economy. Primarily based in Fremantle, you’ll enjoy a unique workplace with stunning ocean views, rich heritage and striking architecture in the heart of the Victoria Quay precinct, which is currently undergoing exciting revitalisation. You’ll also enjoy variety through occasional travel to our Kwinana facilities. Benefit from free onsite parking and access to a gymnasium, flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance, generous annual leave, access to salary packaging, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive health and wellness program. Get to Know Us Fremantle Ports is a Government Trading Enterprise with proven commercial success and a highly regarded reputation with its partners, the community, and other stakeholders. The Port of Fremantle is a vital transport hub, supporting Western Australia's economic growth by facilitating more than $45 billion of trade in FY2023-24. Fremantle Ports acts as both a landlord, and the operator of its own import and export facilities in Kwinana. We are proud to have a clear set of four values that set expectations about how we will behave: collaboration, accountability, respect and excellence. These are brought together and further supported under the acronym of CARE. Next Steps If you're looking for a meaningful role in an organisation with purpose, impact, and a strong values-based culture, we want to hear from you. Further information is detailed in the employee job description. For specific queries, please contact the recruitment team via fremantleports.com.au - applications sent direct to this email address will not be accepted. Closing Date: 04/06/2026 at 5:00pm AWST. Fremantle Ports is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, underpinned by our Values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. We strive to attract, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce by providing supportive pathways and development opportunities. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged.
