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Make a difference in ensuring the safety and security of our passengers.
Make your next move matter apply now to be a Transit Officer.
About the role
As a transit officer, you’ll play a vital role in safeguarding our rail network, combining law enforcement responsibilities with a commitment to passenger safety and security. This is a demanding role, but also highly rewarding. You’ll join a large dynamic team working across the metropolitan network, helping to protect passengers, uphold community safety, while contributing to the successful journeys of our passengers.
What to expect as a transit officer
- Challenge yourself in this dynamic role where no two days are the same
- Be a crucial first responder, ensuring the safety and security of over 40 million rail boardings annually
- Enjoy excellent pay and conditions with opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Looking for a career that makes a difference? This role ensures the safety of passengers and staff by applying tactical awareness and effective de-escalation techniques. You’ll use critical thinking and sound judgment to turn challenging situations into safe and positive outcomes for our passengers and staff.
About the Public Transport Authority
The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is a leader in its field, driven by a simple and powerful purpose: getting everyone there. Getting everyone there requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, one that is fostered by a culture of inclusivity and benefits from its diversity. Join the team at the PTA and make your next move matter.
We are actively recruiting for permanent positions that provide genuine long-term stability.
What's in it for me?
- Paid training qualification: CPP31318 Cert III Security Operations
- Attractive remuneration package with shift penalties
- Five weeks’ annual leave
- Shift work (including weekends and public holidays) with regular start and finish times
- Clear development pathways into supervisory and specialist roles within the PTA
- Work in a team that values collaboration and supports your success
- Access to health and wellbeing programs
- Social Club membership offering year-round benefits and savings.
There are several stages of the trainee transit officer recruitment process, and you must be available to attend each stage in person as detailed below:
- Aptitude assessments (online)
- Physical testing (must attend in person)
- Interview Process
- Psychometric assessments and pre-employment medical
- Induction and training (commencing August 2026)
Please Note: As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a series of assessments. These assessments are designed to ensure candidates meet the necessary competencies for the role. Further details will be provided to those who advance in the recruitment process.
Trainee transit officer aptitude assessment results are valid for 24 months. If unsuccessful, candidates are eligible to reapply after this period.
This is a pool recruitment process where suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar positions. Initially this selection process will be used as vacancies arise, but it may also be used to appoint to similar positions in the agency on a permanent basis.
To be eligible to work at the PTA you must be either an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident.
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 JDF – Trainee Transit Officer for full details about the positions, including any special requirements relevant to appointment.
For role specific role enquiries contact Dianne Dyer – Transit Manager Security on 08 9326 2376. (office hours).
For more information about the PTA, please visit our website www.pta.wa.gov.au.
For technical difficulties submitting your application, please contact the RAMS helpdesk at 1300 733 056 or email ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com
How to apply
Your application must include:
- A comprehensive resume with two work-related referees.
- A written response (maximum one page) addressing the following:
We’re seeking individuals who can maintain a safe environment for all passengers and staff, particularly when faced with unpredictable and potentially dangerous situations.
In your cover letter, please describe an experience where you personally successfully de-escalated a tense or volatile situation. How did you assess the risks, and what strategies did you use to maintain safety for everyone involved?
To ensure your application is considered, make sure you upload all required documentation and follow the ‘Application Process’ instructions carefully.
For help and advice on how to complete a government application, visit:
How to complete a government application.
Important information
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.
All applicants 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.
In addition, applicants who pass the aptitude‑testing phase must complete an integrity clearance before being invited to interview. Adverse outcomes from integrity reviews and NPCs will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from the selection process. All PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening. Suitable applicants will also be required to undertake a Drug and Alcohol Screen prior to commencement.
Suitable applicants will also need to undertake a full and comprehensive medical assessment.
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