About the role

We are seeking candidates at all stages of their careers — whether you are looking to begin your journey in signalling or bring established experience and technical capability to the role. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive, hands-on environment, progressing from supervised learning through to working more independently and contributing as a valued member of a high-performing team.

Depending on your skills, experience, and exposure to signalling or related industries, you will be aligned to an appropriate Job Description Form (JDF), offering clear pathways for progression across multiple levels. In this role, you will be involved in a diverse range of activities including preventative and corrective maintenance, assisting with installation and positioning of signalling structures, and undertaking running repairs and fault finding on signalling equipment, machinery, and infrastructure.

You will have the opportunity to build or apply your technical knowledge by interpreting signalling schematics, completing measurements and calculations, and identifying faults or hazards to support safe and efficient operations. The role provides exposure to a variety of tools, plant, and equipment, with opportunities to operate vehicles and machinery where licensed. Work will include both practical hands-on tasks — such as trenching and cable installation — and operating in dynamic environments including live rail corridors, confined spaces, at heights, and across varied terrain.

Safety is at the centre of everything we do, and you will be supported to develop and apply safe working practices at all times while maintaining high standards across worksites, tools, and equipment. You will also gain experience in maintaining records, completing job documentation, and using relevant systems. With ongoing training, mentoring, and development opportunities, this role offers strong potential for career growth, including stepping into more advanced technical responsibilities or supporting and guiding others as your experience develops.

About You!

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and experience (or strong interest) in signal maintenance, including the ability to use tools, equipment, and perform basic fault finding, repairs, and manual tasks in a rail or similar industrial environment.
• Sound literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to complete measurements, interpret technical drawings/schematics, maintain accurate records, and use computer systems effectively.
• A strong commitment to safety, with knowledge of or the ability to learn and apply rail safety standards, operational procedures, and safe working practices in high-risk environments such as live rail corridors, confined spaces, and working at heights.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, along with a proactive attitude, reliability, and willingness to undertake ongoing training and development, with the capacity to grow into more independent or supervisory responsibilities.

About Us

The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is a leader in its field, driven by a simple and powerful purpose: getting everyone there. Through constant care, education and forward thinking, we provide a world-class network and workplace that will get everyone there.

Under the PTA, Western Australia’s public transport system is the best in Australia and among the most efficient, clean and safe networks globally. With over 150 million boardings across all services during FY24/25, our buses, ferries and trains move the people of WA where they need to go.

Moving millions of people requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, one that is fostered by a culture of inclusivity and benefits from its diversity. This is ultimately what ensures the PTA delivers on our purpose while upholding our values every step of the way.

Our Values

The PTA’s Values define what is important to us. Knowing our values helps you understand how we do business and what is expected of you as an employee of the PTA.

Upholding these values and applying them to your work requires a genuine and committed understanding.

Safety - We are committed to safety and protecting your future.

Respect - We value and respect our customers, suppliers and each other.

Recognition - We recognise each other for achievement, initiative and innovation.

Integrity - We are honest and ethical.

Sustainability - We consider the long-term economic, social and environmental impact of everything we do.

You can expect.

• Opportunities to grow through personal development and career pathways
• Health and Wellbeing programs including access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym
• Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles
• Supportive Team Environment
• Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round

There are various permanent full-time opportunities available for an immediate start. Applicants assessed as suitable through this process may be used to fill similar vacancies both fixed term and permanent that may arise within the next 12 months.

This is a pool recruitment process where suitable applicants will be placed in a pool for 12 months.

To be eligible to work permanently at the PTA you must be either an Australian Citizen, have Permanent Residency status or hold a current visa with permanent working rights in Australia.

The PTA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further Information

Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for full details about the position, including any specific requirements relevant to appointment.

Please contact Benny Markose, Signal Supervisor, on 0457 518 131 for specific information about the role.

For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.

For technical difficulties, please contact the RAMS helpdesk at 1300 733 056 or email ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to provide the following:

1. A comprehensive CV with two work related referees.
2. A cover letter outlining your interest and / or relevant experience in Signal Technician roles aligned to the JDFs attached.

Applicants are requested to apply online using the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the top/bottom of the screen.  Please note the closing date and time, as no emailed, late or pro forma applications will be accepted.

All applications must be submitted through the PTA website, or the WA Government jobs portal. Applications received via other platforms will not be considered.

Please note that, if you are the recommended applicant, you may be required to obtain an Australian National Police Clearance (NPC). Completion of the PTA Integrity and Qualification Consent Form will only be required where qualification checks are undertaken. Adverse outcomes of NPCs will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from the selection process. Suitable applicants may also need to undertake a full and comprehensive medical assessment prior to commencement.