Maritime Transport and Ports Adviser

Job Description

Tetra Tech International Development is seeking an experienced Maritime Transport and Ports Adviser to provide strategic and technical guidance across the full project lifecycle of major maritime and port infrastructure initiatives in the Pacific. As a trusted partner to project teams, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary group to support the delivery of high-quality, sustainable infrastructure through every stage of the project cycle, with a strong focus on international best practices.

Contribute to a world where people, communities, and the planet thrive.

Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information, please visit our website.

The opportunity:

• Location: Remote, Australia or the Pacific, with intermittent travel required
• Duration: Part-Time until 30 June 2026
• Contribute to shaping high impact maritime investments

Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP)

Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) finances quality, climate resilient infrastructure projects in the Pacific and Timor-Leste. The Facility partners with governments, as well as the private sector, to design high-impact, energy, water, transport, telecommunications and other key infrastructure projects. All projects focus on high-quality investments with robust social and environmental safeguards to maximise development outcomes.

The AIFFP is managed by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, with support from Tetra Tech International Development (the Support Unit). The AIFFP Support Unit provides advice and services to support the delivery of the AIFFP and its objectives.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide specialist input into the design and development of maritime investment opportunities, including cost-benefit analyses to inform business cases, with expertise across economics, policy, governance, international regulations, and regional frameworks in the maritime sector.
• Draft terms of reference (TORs) for third-party consultancy assignments related to quality assurance of AIFFP’s maritime and ports projects.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on technical and financial procurement evaluation panels, as required.

Selection criteria:

• An advanced degree in a relevant field such as international transport economics, maritime transport, port planning, operations, management, or engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the maritime and ports sector, including hands-on experience or familiarity with public port authorities.
• Demonstrated ability to support or lead integration of technical, institutional, and financial elements in port infrastructure strategy, project design, and development of efficient maritime transport services.
• Deep understanding of port and maritime transport development policies, including up-to-date knowledge of international legal and regulatory practices in maritime operations.
• Strong ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines, manage competing priorities, and respond quickly, whilst being flexible to adapt to change.

1. For a complete Terms of Reference, please click here. Password is TetraTech2025.

How to apply: Click the “Apply for job” button.

Applications will only be accepted via the Tetra Tech International Development Website. Emailed applications will be disregarded.

Please submit:

• Resume
• Statement of suitability (not exceeding two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and personal attributes align with the selection criteria.

Apply before 11:59 PM (AEST) Sunday, 6 July 2025

Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

About the Organization

Why Tetra Tech International Development?

As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.

Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values-led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day. Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.

Tetra Tech International Development is an equal-opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion. We encourage people with disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities and experiences to apply.

Should you require additional support with your application, please email IDEV.HRServices@tetratech.com  or phone (08) 8375 4400.