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The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in the provision of world-class public transport services and solutions. As an essential service in a fast-growing economy, Western Australia’s public transport system is recognised as the best in Australia and is one of the most efficient, cleanest and safest networks in the world. The continued growth of our network is vital, and this is assured through our many current and future projects. Moving millions of people needs the skill and commitment of a talented workforce.
The Role
In consultation with the Rail Engineering Manager, the Rail Program Coordinator within the Infrastructure Planning & Land Services division provides high level support with the management of a complex and dynamic program for urban and freight railway projects.
In this position you will interface between the IP&LS engineering team (including consultants), internal stakeholders such as N&I & TTO and external stakeholders such as Arc Infrastructure, freight operators and third parties, ensuring effective relationships are established and maintained to achieve optimum project outcomes.
The role is integral in project requirements, issues, and risks, ensuring efficiency and transparency is achieved and always maintained. The role also has responsibility for managing stakeholder and third-party requirements and in ensuring that these are fully accounted for in the project development.
About you
The successful candidate will have highly developed Communication and Interpersonal skills, including the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders and convey ideas persuasively both verbally and in writing.
To be considered for this role, you will have:
- Relevant technical expertise, including:
- Extensive knowledge and experience in an operational rail freight environment.
- Highly developed project management skills including the ability to identify, control and report on variances to scope, budget and program in the context of railway infrastructure.
- Experience in managing an organizational rail access regime.
- Substantial experience in research and analysis.
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary rail engineering environment.
- An ability to present complex information effectively and prepare a range of written documentation (including reports, briefing papers, policy documentation and written correspondence).
- Highly developed Analytical and Conceptual skills with a demonstrated ability to focus strategically, bring innovation and add value.
- Demonstrated Organisation skills, including the ability to prioritise, organise and complete work within set timeframes.
There is currently one (1) full time permanent position available for immediate appointment. Initially this selection process will be used to fill the above vacancy, but it may also be used to appoint to similar positions that may arise in the agency within the next twelve (12) months on a permanent or fixed-term basis with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency.
Equity and Diversity
PTA is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are an equal opportunity employer where we encourage applicants from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds and women.
As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
What we can offer:
- Access to a range of flexible working conditions
- Training & Development opportunities
- Health & Wellbeing programs including an onsite gym
- Subsidised corporate apparel and spectacles
- An opportunity for key involvement with WA Infrastructure projects which will make a difference in WA for many generations to come!
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 Ms Magdalena Szostkowska, Rail Engineering Manager on (08) 9326 2478 for specific information about the role.
For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.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 and 4 from the JDF, in no more than 2 pages
- Core Competencies
- Organisation; and
- A completed Integrity and Qualification Consent Form (attached) as all PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening.
Please Note to be eligible for appointment to a position, suitable applicants will be required to undertake a full and comprehensive medical assessment.
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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