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About The Role
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced legal professional to join the Public Transport Authority (PTA) in a key role providing high‑quality, strategic legal advice to ensure lawful performance of the Public Transport Authority’s statutory functions. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, this position plays a critical role in supporting the Authority’s activities through the interpretation and application of legislation, drafting and negotiating contracts, and building strong, collaborative stakeholder relationships.
The role provides legal advice across a broad range of acts and areas of law, with a particular focus on contract law, land and property and construction law, including the legislation relevant to the exercise of powers and functions of the PTA.
Working closely with the General Counsel, the successful applicant will contribute to legislative compliance, promote legal awareness across the organisation, liaise with the State Solicitor’s Office and other agencies, and support the effective operation of the Legal Services Unit.
About You
To excel in this role, you should:
- Be admitted, or eligible for admission, as a legal practitioner in Western Australia, have extensive experience across private practice, in‑house corporate or government environments.
- Have highly developed communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and diverse client groups.
- Possess strong conceptual, analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
- Demonstrate a proven ability to work with a high level of professional autonomy, manage competing priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
About Us
The PTA is a leader in its field, driven by a simple and powerful purpose: to provide and operate safe and reliable public transport services. We achieve this through a range of service delivery responsibilities.
Operating Western Australia’s world-class public transport network, the PTA connects millions every year safely, sustainably and reliably. As METRONET transforms the network, more than 150 million boardings were made across buses, trains and ferries in FY24/25 connecting communities and building a faster and more accessible transport network for the future. .
Moving millions of people every year is made possible by the skill, dedication and diversity of our people. At PTA, we foster an inclusive workplace where different perspectives are valued, people thrive and everyone is supported to do their best work. This culture ensures the PTA delivers on our purpose, consistent with our values every day.
Our Values
PTA’s values set the standard for how we lead, make decisions and deliver for the WA community. They define what is expected of employees and must be genuinely understood and consistently applied in our work.
- 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
- Government role with stability and opportunities to grow and develop your skills.
- Health and Wellbeing programs including access to our employee assistance program.
- Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles
- Supportive Team Environment
- Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round.
This is a pool recruitment process where suitable applicants will be placed in a pool for 12 months. There is currently one permanent full time position available for immediate filling.
To be eligible to work permanently at the PTA you must be either an Australian Citizen or have Permanent Residency status.
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) in the application pack for full details about the position, including any specific requirements relevant to appointment.
For further information about the role please contact Avianne Bredmeyer, General Counsel on (08) 9326 2956.
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 covering letter of no more than three pages, outlining your interest in the position and addressing the following Selection Criteria, 1, 2 and 3.
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 that, if you are the recommended applicant, you will be required to obtain an Australian National Police Clearance (NPC). Completion of the PTA Integrity and Qualification Consent Form will only be required where qualification checks are undertaken. Adverse outcomes of NPCs will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from the selection process. Suitable applicants will also need to undertake a Drug and Alcohol Screen prior to commencement.
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