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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
The Senior Project Manager roles are highly sort after and will provide the successful applicants with the opportunity to be part Western Australia’s single largest investment in public transport that Perth has seen; METRONET. The Senior Project Manager will oversee the new trains being built, tested and maintained at the purpose-built Bellevue Railcar Manufacturing and Assembly Facility as part of the States WA Railcar Program (metronet.wa.gov.au).
Importantly, the role leads and manages technical aspects associated with the development of the rollingstock maintenance facilities, and related engineering infrastructure interfaces. It also as supports the Delivery Manager in achieving project quality, safety and budget goals.
There are two fixed term appointments available for immediate appointment up to 28 June 2024 with possible extension and/or permanency.
Who are we looking for?
If you want to be a part of one of the States largest public transport initiatives, then you’ve met the first requirement.
You will also need show us that you have experience in planning, design and construction of rail maintenance depot infrastructure and highly developed project and contract management skills.
The role will be required to monitor and ensure compliance with required regulations, standards, codes, and Railway Safety Management standards. Therefore, you must be able to effectively manage and lead staff, consultants and contractors to achieve agreed outcomes.
The role also calls for the successful applicants to have good knowledge of current technical and industry specific methods relevant to the construction of track and associated civil assets. You’ll need to prove your knowledge in this regard to the recruitment panel and showcase your well-developed conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills.
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 vacancies. 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 Mr. John Buck, Delivery Manager on (08) 9326 2944 for specific information about the role.
COVID-19
Applicants are advised of the WA Government’s mandatory vaccination policy for various occupations and workforces in WA (including Public Transport). Applicants will be required to be vaccinated to be eligible for employment. More information can be found at Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces.
For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.
For more information on METRONET, please visit www.metronet.wa.gov.au
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to provide the following:
- A comprehensive CV contextualised to the information contained in the “Who are we looking for” section above and the core competencies listed in the attached Job Description Form;
- A three page statement addressing selection criteria 1, 3 and 4 in the job description form, using examples where possible to support your claims.
- A completed Integrity and Qualification Consent Form (attached) as all PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening.
The panel is anticipating interviews to occur late April.
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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