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About the role
Join our team as a Railcar Driver and play a key role in delivering safe, reliable, and efficient passenger rail services with Transwa to and from regional locations in W.A. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for operating railcars, conducting essential safety checks, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. From preparing and assembling railcars to diagnosing faults and providing on-the-spot solutions, you’ll be at the heart of keeping our network running seamlessly. This role also involves providing excellent customer service, assisting passengers, and supporting fellow Railcar Drivers to maintain the highest operational standards.
About You!
To excel in this role, you should possess:
- Extensive experience operating diesel-powered railcars and/or locomotives, with practical knowledge of freight operations and rail safe working procedures.
- Strong understanding of personal safety equipment, site safety requirements, and emergency procedures.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to assess situations quickly and apply practical solutions to operational challenges.
- A certificate IV in Train Driving
- A current ‘C’ or ‘C-A class WA Drivers licence or equivalent.
- The ability to work shift work and/or weekends and public holidays as required to a 24-hour 7 day a week roster and be prepared to accept periods away from home if necessary.
About Us
The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. Our purpose is to provide safe, customer-focused, integrated, and efficient transport services that align with our core values.
At the PTA, we hold five core values dear: safety, respect, recognition, integrity, and sustainability. These values guide everything we do, ensuring a workplace where safety is paramount, respect is fundamental, achievements are celebrated, integrity is unwavering, and sustainability is integral to our mission.
As a fast-growing economy, Western Australia’s public transport system, under the PTA, is recognised as the best in Australia and one of the most efficient, clean, and safe networks globally. Rail transport plays a vital role in our continued success and growth, exemplified by our numerous projects such as METRONET, designed to meet the public’s needs and expectations. Moving millions of people requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, and at the PTA, we are dedicated to delivering on our vision and purpose while upholding our values every step of the way.
You can expect.
- 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.
There are two permanent opportunities available for an immediate start. This is a pool recruitment process where successful applicants will be placed in the pool for 24 months. Initially, this selection process will be used to fill the current Railcar Driver vacancies, but it may also be used to appoint to similar positions within the agency over the next 24 months, on either a permanent or fixed-term basis, with the possibility of extension or permanency.
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
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) for full details about the position, including any specific requirements relevant to appointment.
Please contact Angelo Daniele, Assistant Operations Manager on (08) 9326 2372 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 comprehensive CV with two work related referees.
- A Cover Letter addressing selection criteria 1, 2 and 3 as highlighted in the attached JDF
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 you will be required to complete the PTA Integrity and Qualification Consent Form and an Australian National Police Clearance should you become the recommended applicant through the recruitment process. Adverse outcomes of Integrity reviews and NPC’s will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from the selection process. All PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening. Suitable applicants may also need to undertake a full and comprehensive medical assessment.
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