About The Role

Are you an experienced operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment? We are seeking a proactive and collaborative Depot Master to support the effective, efficient and innovative management of our Mandurah depot operations within Transperth Train Operations. Working closely with the Depot Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliable delivery of rail services by coordinating rolling stock movements, supporting operational readiness and maintaining strong relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.

This is a dynamic leadership opportunity where no two days are the same. You will be responsible for overseeing daily depot operations, coordinating railcar availability, supporting incident management, managing rostering and payroll activities, and providing leadership and mentoring to operational staff. With responsibility for maintaining operational standards, driving continuous improvement and acting on behalf of the Depot Manager when required, this role offers the opportunity to make a direct contribution to the safe and reliable movement of thousands of passengers across the network each day.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong operational leadership experience, sound rail industry knowledge and a commitment to delivering safe, reliable and customer-focused outcomes. You will demonstrate:

• Extensive experience within a rail operations environment, with a strong understanding of operational requirements, Safeworking procedures and workplace safety principles.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, coach and support teams, make sound decisions under pressure and confidently lead responses to operational incidents and disruptions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships, resolve conflict, influence positive outcomes and work collaboratively across diverse teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including the ability to identify operational improvements, interpret Industrial Awards and Agreements, and implement practical solutions to complex issues.
• Highly developed organisational skills, with the ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and proactively respond to changing operational demands.
• Sound computer literacy, including experience using rostering, payroll and workforce management systems, together with proficiency across Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word and Excel.

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 FY25/26, our buses, ferries and trains move the people of WA where they need to go now, while the numerous METRONET projects build toward meeting their needs in the future.

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.

• Government role with stability and opportunities to grow through personal development and career pathways
• Health and Wellbeing programs.
• Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles
• Supportive Team Environment
• Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round.

This is a Permanent opportunity. Applicants assessed as suitable through this process may be used to fill similar vacancies on a fixed term or permanent basis that may arise within the next 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, at the time of application (or for the length of the contract).

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) in the application pack for full details about the position, including any specific requirements relevant to appointment.

For further information about the role please contact Terry Knapp, Depot Manager Mandurah on (08) 9326 2339

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.

1. A covering letter of no more than two pages, providing an example that demonstrates your leadership capability in an operational environment. Describe a situation where you led a team through a challenging operational issue, incident, or period of change, outlining your approach, the actions you took, and the outcome achieved.

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