Cruise Tourism Manager (Perth)

The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) acknowledges the Aboriginal people throughout Western Australia as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands, waters, and communities in which we operate. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal people and their cultures, and to Elders past and present. About Tourism WA Tourism WA is responsible for promoting Western Australia as a holiday destination. Its focus is on marketing the State; developing, attracting and promoting major sporting, cultural and business events; and supporting the development of significant tourism infrastructure and projects. About the role We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join our team as the Cruise Tourism Manager here at Tourism WA. In this role, you will deliver Western Australia’s cruise tourism program, including cruise line attraction, shore excursion development and industry capacity-building initiatives, while supporting positive port infrastructure outcomes to grow the State’s market share of the Australian cruise tourism sector. You will manage key projects, including a flagship trade event, contracts and compliance, and stakeholder engagement across government, ports, cruise lines, and industry, while delivering strategic reporting, presentations and advice to senior leadership and supporting Ministerial and Executive requests. We have one permanent, full time (75hrs p/f) position available. If you're ready to play a leading role in shaping the future growth of cruise tourism in Western Australia, we encourage you to apply. For further job-related information, please contact Director Tourism Experience Development, Jackie Crooks on [email protected] (only contact for information about the role). What’s in it for you? The opportunity for career and leadership development in a collaborative workplace that values diversity and recognises and respects contributions from all. In addition to flexible working options, generous leave entitlements and access to a broad range of wellbeing benefits. For further information on these benefits visit our Careers page. Location This role is based at 1 William Street, Perth. How to apply for this position Applicants are encouraged to apply online and must provide:
- A comprehensive CV
- A two A4 page (maximum) outline on your skills and knowledge in relation to the Essential Selection Criteria that are listed on the attached Job Description Form
- Contact details of two referees, with a preference of one from a current/most recent line manager For further details on how to apply please read ‘Information for Applicants’. Please note that all of the Essential Selection Criteria may be assessed at some stage during the selection process. To submit your application, please click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button. Further information If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Recruitment and Establishment on 08 •••• •540 or [email protected] If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 •4 64. We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers: TTY/voice calls: 13• 677 Speak & Listen: 13•• ••• 727 SMS relay: 04•• ••• 767 To avoid last minute congestion of the system which may result in your application being received after the closing time and therefore not be eligible, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time as late applications will not be accepted. Closing date: Thursday 11 June 2026 at 4.00 pm (AWST) Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qqil6