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Principal Coastal Engineer - Maritime

Perth, WA, auFull-time2026-10-14 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Lead the design and assessment of coastal protection and maritime infrastructure, including rock revetments, seawalls, breakwaters, and port developments.

Role type

Principal Coastal Engineer (Maritime)

Builds

Coastal protection structures, port and harbour infrastructure, and maritime retaining walls

Domain

Civil Engineering / Coastal & Maritime Infrastructure

Required skills

Coastal engineering design, hydraulic analysis, structural stability assessment, coastal modelling, project management, client engagement, mentoring

Preferred skills

Chartered Professional Engineer status, marine asset assessment experience, construction support experience

Technologies

Coastal modelling software

Responsibilities

Lead design and assessment of rock revetments, seawalls, breakwaters, and shoreline stabilisation; Undertake and review coastal and hydraulic analyses; Provide technical oversight of structural design and stability assessments; Guide coastal modelling studies; Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, and design documentation; Lead condition assessments and inspections; Coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulators; Provide construction support through site inspections and technical reviews; Contribute to proposals and business development while mentoring engineers.