Job description Location: Fremantle Industry: Ports & Marine Infrastructure Hourly: $85 p/h super Contract: 6 month temp with a view to extension Are you an experienced Marine Civil professional ready to take ownership of critical port infrastructure? Our client is seeking a Marine Civil Infrastructure Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance and performance of inner harbour berths and jetty assets. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll drive both planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring assets are safe, compliant, and operating at optimal performance. About the Role Reporting to the Superintendent, you will be responsible for the delivery of maintenance activities across marine civil assets, including piles, suspended decks, superstructures, and seawalls. You’ll manage contractors, oversee on-site works, and ensure all activities are delivered in line with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities Execute day-to-day maintenance activities on marine civil infrastructure Supervise and manage contractors delivering planned, reactive, and major maintenance works Scope, plan, and coordinate maintenance projects and shutdowns Review inspection reports and asset registers to determine work priorities Prepare detailed scopes of work and support budgeting and scheduling processes Monitor contractor performance, ensuring compliance with specifications, safety, and quality standards Coordinate site inductions, permits, and safety requirements Act as surveillance officer for on-site works Update asset registers and track condition changes Liaise with maintenance planners regarding task status and asset availability About You You are a proactive and safety-focused leader with strong technical knowledge in marine civil infrastructure and a track record of delivering maintenance outcomes. Qualifications & Experience Essential: Trade qualification in Civil or Marine Construction OR 15 years’ extensive relevant industry experience Proven experience in a similar maintenance supervision role Strong contractor management and contract administration experience Solid understanding of marine civil infrastructure maintenance Desirable: Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction, or related discipline Qualifications in Project Management, Contract Administration, or Maintenance Management Diving qualifications Skills & Attributes Strong problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills Sound knowledge of maintenance legislation and regulatory requirements Strong understanding of Occupational Health & Safety regulations Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) Current C or CA Class Driver’s Licence Why Join? Work on critical port infrastructure assets Be part of a high-performing and safety-driven team Opportunity to lead impactful maintenance and improvement initiatives Competitive salary and long-term career growth opportunities Interviews to commence immediately Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application. DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs. By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
