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About the role
This role is responsible for driving asset reliability, availability and performance across facilities infrastructure by applying strong reliability engineering principles and leveraging PTA information system data to support informed decision‑making. You will provide engineering expertise to maintenance teams, lead root cause analysis and FMECA activities, and use system‑generated insights to assess asset health and performance. The position plays a key role in shaping asset management plans, technical strategies and lifecycle requirements to ensure the safe, efficient and reliable operation of the rail network.
You will oversee reliability engineering activities including statistical analysis, condition monitoring, defect elimination and the development of maintenance strategies, while upholding robust governance, safety and quality standards. This includes contributing to investigations, managing risks, maintaining technical documentation, ensuring compliance with PTA processes, and delivering EM4M principles across the Branch. The role also provides specialist, data‑driven advice on asset strategies, supports tender and contract processes, and effectively engages with internal and external stakeholders to deliver continuous improvement and best‑practice asset management.
About You!
To excel in this role, you should possess:
- Possession of a Degree in Engineering or Information Technology, with eligibility for membership with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) and/or Engineers Australia. Demonstrated capability in providing engineering analysis within asset‑intensive operational environments, delivering data‑driven insights to support asset reliability, renewal, and replacement strategies.
- Strong experience in building services systems operations and maintenance, with a focus on asset management, lifecycle analysis, and reliability. Proficient in Power BI, Business Objects, and data warehouse environments, and skilled in implementing operational process improvements to enhance day‑to‑day efficiency.
- Demonstrates high levels of personal integrity, ethical behaviour, and professionalism, with experience working within critical asset and infrastructure environments. Shows strong capability in guiding others, supporting sound decision‑making, and upholding high standards of governance and technical rigour.
- Highly developed stakeholder and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders simultaneously. Possesses strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication abilities, including negotiation and facilitation, and is able to prepare concise, well‑structured technical reports while collaborating effectively and communicating in a timely manner.
- Highly developed conceptual and analytical skills, with the ability to resolve complex technical and operational issues and rapidly absorb and apply complex technical information. Strong organisational capability, consistently achieving agreed targets and timelines through effective coordination, teamwork, and prioritisation.
About Us
The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is a leader in its field, driven by a simple and powerful purpose: getting everyone there. Through constant care, education and forward thinking, we provide a world-class network and workplace that will get everyone there.
Under the PTA, Western Australia’s public transport system is the best in Australia and among the most efficient, clean and safe networks globally. With over 150 million boardings across all services during FY24/25, our buses, ferries and trains move the people of WA where they need to go.
Moving millions of people requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, one that is fostered by a culture of inclusivity and benefits from its diversity. This is ultimately what ensures the PTA delivers on our purpose while upholding our values every step of the way.
Our Values
The PTA’s Values define what is important to us. Knowing our values helps you understand how we do business and what is expected of you as an employee of the PTA.
Upholding these values and applying them to your work requires a genuine and committed understanding.
Safety - We are committed to safety and protecting your future.
Respect - We value and respect our customers, suppliers and each other.
Recognition - We recognise each other for achievement, initiative and innovation.
Integrity - We are honest and ethical.
Sustainability - We consider the long-term economic, social and environmental impact of everything we do.
You can expect.
- Opportunities to grow through personal development and career pathways
- Health and Wellbeing programs including access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym
- Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles
- Supportive Team Environment
- Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round
There is one permanent full-time opportunity available for an immediate start. Applicants holding full work rights in Australia, valid for at least two years at point of application are also encouraged to apply.
This is a pool recruitment process where suitable applicants will be placed in a pool for 12 months. Applicants assessed as suitable through this process may be used to fill similar vacancies both fixed term and permanent that may arise within the next 12 months.
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.
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 William Lee on (08) 9326 5670 for specific information about the role.
For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.
For technical difficulties, please contact the RAMS helpdesk at 1300 733 056 or email ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to provide the following:
- A comprehensive CV with two work related referees.
- A written application (no more than 2 pages) outlining your experience and addressing all Selection Criteria as the per the 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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