At Worley, we're delivering some of Australia's most significant ports, coastal and marine infrastructure projects. Our Ports & Marine team supports developments across resources, energy, transport, defence and emerging industries, helping clients deliver resilient infrastructure in some of the world's most challenging coastal environments.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Coastal Engineer to join our Perth-based team. This role is suited to an experienced coastal engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, working within multidisciplinary teams and delivering innovative coastal infrastructure solutions from concept through to detailed design.

About the Role

As a Senior Coastal Engineer, you will contribute to the planning, design and delivery of major coastal and maritime projects across Australia and internationally, including the delivery of Technical Advisory services on the Westport infrastructure program. You will work closely with coastal, marine, structural and geotechnical specialists to develop practical and technically robust solutions for complex coastal environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver coastal engineering projects across feasibility, concept development, front-end engineering and detailed design phases.
• Undertake the design and assessment of coastal protection and maritime infrastructure, including breakwaters, revetments, seawalls and associated coastal assets.
• Apply coastal engineering principles to support the development of resilient and sustainable infrastructure solutions.
• Contribute to major ports, marine and infrastructure projects, with a particular focus on coastal processes and shoreline protection works.
• Support the development of engineering studies, technical assessments and design documentation.
• Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including coastal, structural, civil, marine and geotechnical specialists.
• Assist with project planning, technical delivery and quality assurance requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications and client deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, stakeholders and project partners.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A degree qualification in Coastal Engineering, Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering or a related discipline.
• Approximately 9-12 years of relevant industry experience in coastal engineering.
• Demonstrated experience delivering coastal infrastructure projects, particularly within ports and major infrastructure environments.
• Experience in the design and assessment of coastal structures such as breakwaters, revetments and shoreline protection systems.
• Experience working across concept, feasibility, FEED and detailed design project phases.
• Strong understanding of coastal engineering principles and their application to real-world infrastructure challenges.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Chartered status, or progress towards professional accreditation, will be highly regarded.

Why Worley?

At Worley, you'll work on significant Western Australian and international projects while collaborating with coastal, marine, geotechnical and structural specialists across our global network. You'll have opportunities to broaden your technical expertise, grow your career and contribute to projects that support the world's evolving energy, resources and infrastructure needs.

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Professional development, technical training and support towards Chartered and professional accreditation.
• Opportunities to work on major projects across energy, resources, ports, transport and infrastructure sectors.
• Competitive remuneration and recognition programs.
• Paid parental leave and family-friendly policies.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Salary continuance insurance.
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee benefits programs.
• Access to Worley's global network of technical experts and project opportunities.

About Us

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value throughout the life of their assets. Together, we're bridging two worlds, accelerating the transition to more sustainable energy sources while supporting the energy, chemicals and resources needed today.

Moving Forward Together

We want our people to be energised and empowered to drive sustainable impact. Our focus is on creating a culture that unlocks potential through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves and be heard.

Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities and be part of delivering sustainable change.

Ready to Join Us?

Apply now and help shape the future of coastal and maritime infrastructure.