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 Client-Side Works Inspector 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

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, the role is responsible for management of Construction Contractor activities in accordance with Fremantle Ports policies, standards and Major Works Contracts. The Works Superintendent and Inspector provides oversight over contracted works delivery. Working as part of the Fremantle Ports project team, the role ensures construction activities comply with approved designs, technical specifications, and industry best practice.

The role encompasses construction contractor performance monitoring and reporting, safety, scope management, variation and quality control, testing, inspection, issuing of Fremantle Port Permits and acceptance of works completed by construction contractors.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Contribute within the Fremantle Ports project team to manage the daily operations of port infrastructure construction projects, ensuring they are completed efficiently, safely, and within the specified timeframe and budget.
Provide advice and assistance to Project Managers, Project Engineers and Construction Contractors on Fremantle Ports requirements with respect to project specific Plans, Procedures, Works Permitting, Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) / Job Safety and Environmental Analysis (JSEA) and other control methods to ensure work is delivered in a safe, cost effective and timely manner.
Monitor ongoing work to ensure compliance with specification and report projects’ progress to the Project Manager, against the established project schedule.
Report works progress, covering cost and quality issues. Undertake final inspection of completed projects.
Promote harmonious and constructive work relationships between the contractors and Fremantle Ports.
Assist within the Fremantle Ports project team in the preparation of scopes of work and specifications for tender and construction purposes including preliminary site inspection and work feasibility assessment.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum 7 years or more demonstrated project management or construction supervision experience.
Well-developed knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act/Regulations and demonstrated ability to implement and ensure a safe work environment.
Candidates to have completed the Identify, Locate and Pothole course (R11CFM202E) so that they can issue excavation permits.

Desirable

Qualifications in Contract Administration and or Project Management.
Tertiary or Trade Qualifications related to construction, projects or engineering discipline.

Technical, Professional and Specialist Skills

Coordination and supervisory skills with experience managing construction in industrial brownfields environment.
Experience in formulating, implementing and managing construction scopes of works, specifications, scheduling and budget estimates.
Project Supervision, Contract Management and Administration skills.
Knowledge of statutory legislation and regulations relating to construction management.
Working knowledge of high-risk construction activities, their associated Codes of Practice, Guidance Notes, Australian Standards and HSE Requirements.

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 and Kwinana, 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 [email protected] -applications sent direct to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 24th March 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.