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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.
You will be working with the Division responsible for delivering the METRONET’s high value and high complex major transport projects. As one of the largest single investments in public transport the city has seen, METRONET will help positively change how people live and travel in Perth.
The Role
PTA is looking for a suitability qualified Senior Engineer Operational Technology professional to join its newly created division - Operational Systems and Technology (OS&T). As a strategic partner to the broader PTA, the division aims to maximise the benefit for the business through the strategic management of information, data and enterprise applications.
In this role, you will be responsible for providing engineering design, development, modification and monitoring services for operational technology and other infrastructure asset management systems, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
About you
To be successful in the role, you will need to have:
- Possession of an appropriate Engineering Degree that would satisfy the admission requirement for corporate membership to the Institution of Engineers Australia OR an appropriate Engineering Diploma qualification and extensive relevant railway engineering experience.
- Detailed knowledge and recent experience in the design, commissioning and fault finding of PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) installations and SCADA systems.
- Well-developed leadership and management skills, including the ability to empower individuals and to provide support that enables the organisation to succeed.
- Well-developed interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability and experience in contract and resource management, and demonstrated experience in applying asset management frameworks, standards and/or codes of practices
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool for 12 months from which permanent and fixed term appointments will be made.
There is currently one fixed term vacancy valid 30/06/2025.
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 Mr John Reeve, Manager Operational Technology on (08) 9326 2672 for specific information about the role.
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 current CV with two work related referees;
- A written application addressing Selection Criteria 1, 2 & 3 from the JDF, in no more than 3 pages
- 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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