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The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. As a fast growing economy, Western Australia’s public transport system is recognised as the best in Australia and is one of the most efficient, clean and safe networks in the world. Rail transport is vital for our continued success and growth through our many projects including METRONET to meet the public’s needs and expectations. Moving millions of people needs the skill and commitment of a talented workforce.
The Role
As the first line of defence in ensuring safety and performance of our rail network, track inspection is a critical activity at the PTA. Track Inspectors assist with the inspection, protection, certification and reporting on the safe and proper condition of all Track Assets across the PTA network.
We are looking for candidates who are in possession of a Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure (preferably specialising in track maintenance and/or inspection) and the following units of competence (or equivalent):
- TLIB3099 Examine Track Infrastructure
- TLIB3100 Visually Inspect Track Infrastructure
You must have experience inspecting railway systems/ perway and a current Western Australian ‘C’ or ‘C-A’ Class Driver’s Licence (or equivalent). Note this is not a trainee role. You must meet 100% of the position requirements at the point of application.
As these positions are operational in nature, you must also be:
- Willing to work unsociable and irregular hours, including shift work and weekends;
- Prepared to undertake numerical, verbal and mechanical reasoning aptitude tests and complete a pre-employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening).
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.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur for up to 12 months.
Further Information
Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for full details about the position, including any special requirements relevant to appointment.
Please contact Ronnie Zammar, A/Maintenance Manager on 0427 698 236 for specific information about the role.
COVID-19
Applicants are advised of the WA Government’s recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for various occupations and workforces in WA (including Public Transport). Applicants may be required to be vaccinated to be eligible for employment. More information can be found at Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces.
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to provide the following:
- A current CV with two work related referees;
- A covering letter outlining your relevant skills, abilities and suitability for the position as per the JDF in no more than 2 pages; and
- A completed Integrity and Qualification Consent Form (attached) as all PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening.
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.
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