The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. As a fast growing economy, Western Australia’s public transport system is recognised as the best in Australia and is one of the most efficient, clean and safe networks in the world. Rail transport is vital for our continued success and growth through our many projects including METRONET to meet the public’s needs and expectations. Moving millions of people needs the skill and commitment of a talented workforce. The PTA has recently awarded a contract to build a new mission critical communications network including private LTE radio and an MPLS transmission system.
The Role
In this role you will be responsible for the implementation, management and administration of contracts, including those with a high degree of complexity, value and risk, throughout the contract lifecycle. You will support Divisional representatives with thorough stakeholder engagement and provides appropriate assistance with procurement activities and contracting matters.
You will be accountable for preparing the compilation of procurement documentation for a range of goods and services in accordance with PTA requirements and undertake research into improved contract management and service delivery methods. Other tasks include contributing to the continuous improvement of policy and procedural reviews and preparing ministerial responses, briefings, reports and formal responses on contract related matters.
To be suitable for this role you need extensive experience in the full contract lifecycle (strategic planning, market engagement, implementation and management, and close out) of higher value, higher risk and/or complex contracts. Ideally, such experience will relate to facility management, goods and inventory, technical/specialist services and projects/civil works. You will hold a tertiary level qualification in a relevant commercial or trade discipline, or have extensive equivalent experience and extensive involvement with dispute and issue resolution relating to contractual and/or commercial matters.
Further Information
For further information about this position, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF). You can also gain more detailed information on the roles and responsibilities by contacting Mr Morgan Peart, Divisional Contract Manager, Network and Infrastructure Division on (08) 9326 2791. Alternatively for more information about the PTA, please visit our website at www.pta.wa.gov.au.
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to provide the following:
- A current CV with two work related referees and
- A written application demonstrating your experience in the context of the following essential work related requirements in preferably a maximum of 3 pages:
- Job Specific
- Communication and Interpersonal
Please note that interviews will be conducted in the New Year and as this position requires on-going integrity screening, please complete the attached consent form as part of your application.
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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