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Mechanical Rollingstock Technician
Job Summary
Division Name:
Transperth Train Operations

Position No:
35229

Closing Date:
2020-05-29 5:00 PM

Location:
Kewdale

Job Type:
Permanent - Full Time

Salary:
REA Level 8, Wages, $1,460.80 per week plus allowances and 9.5% superannuation
About the Job

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 Role

The PTA currently has a permanent Mechanical Rollingstock Technician role available.   This position maintains an effective and reliable level of operating performance on the PTA’s Australind and Prospector rollingstock.  This is achieved by carrying out routine procedures and mechanical/electrical fault rectification procedures on safety critical components and train systems.  This work is completed in line with rail safety standards and customer expectations.

To be considered suitable for this role you will have technical trades’ experience/qualifications in mechanical and electrical rollingstock engineering principles.  A minimum of twelve months experience is also required in the maintenance, repair, overhaul and inspection of the Prospector and Australind railcars (or similar passenger rollingstock) safety critical components including wheel sets, axel boxes, breaks, suspension, doors, couplers, engines and transmissions.

This position will require the ability to work shifts including weekends, public holidays and nights, standby hours and attend callouts at short notice.

Further Information

Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for full details about the position, including any special requirements relevant to appointment.

Please contact Mr. Ryan McDarby, A/Depot Manager on (08) 9326 3961 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:

  1. A current CV with two work related referees;
  1. A covering letter outlining your relevant skills, abilities and suitability for the position as per the JDF in no more than two pages; and
  2. A completed attached integrity and qualification consent form (attached) as all PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening.

As a result of the constantly changing pandemic emergency, there may be unavoidable delays in progressing particular stages of this recruitment process.  We will keep you informed throughout this process should it be delayed and we thank you for your patience.

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.

Attachments
- integrity and qualification consent form.docx
- mechanical rollingstock technician rea8 - 35227, 35228, 35229, 35330 jun 2019.pdf
- pta job application package.pdf

About the PTA
The Public Transport Authority of Western Australia (PTA) is responsible for the operation of all bus, train and ferry public transport services in the greater metropolitan area under the Transperth brand. It also operates public transport services in regional centres, operates road coach and rail passenger services to regional area under the Transwa brand, and administers School Bus Services (SBS).

Position Title
Mechanical Rollingstock Technician

Agency
Public Transport Authority
Salary
REA Level 8, Wages, $1,460.80 per week plus allowances and 9.5% superannuation
Location
Kewdale
Unit/Division
Transperth Train Operations
Branch
Work Type
Permanent - Full Time
Position No.
35229
Closing Date
2020-05-29 5:00 PM
Position Title
Mechanical Rollingstock Technician
Branch

Location
Kewdale
Work Type
Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date
2020-05-29 5:00 PM
Salary
REA Level 8, Wages, $1,460.80 per week plus allowances and 9.5% superannuation
Agency
Public Transport Authority
Company Information
Description

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 Role

The PTA currently has a permanent Mechanical Rollingstock Technician role available.   This position maintains an effective and reliable level of operating performance on the PTA’s Australind and Prospector rollingstock.  This is achieved by carrying out routine procedures and mechanical/electrical fault rectification procedures on safety critical components and train systems.  This work is completed in line with rail safety standards and customer expectations.

To be considered suitable for this role you will have technical trades’ experience/qualifications in mechanical and electrical rollingstock engineering principles.  A minimum of twelve months experience is also required in the maintenance, repair, overhaul and inspection of the Prospector and Australind railcars (or similar passenger rollingstock) safety critical components including wheel sets, axel boxes, breaks, suspension, doors, couplers, engines and transmissions.

This position will require the ability to work shifts including weekends, public holidays and nights, standby hours and attend callouts at short notice.

Further Information

Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for full details about the position, including any special requirements relevant to appointment.

Please contact Mr. Ryan McDarby, A/Depot Manager on (08) 9326 3961 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:

  1. A current CV with two work related referees;
  1. A covering letter outlining your relevant skills, abilities and suitability for the position as per the JDF in no more than two pages; and
  2. A completed attached integrity and qualification consent form (attached) as all PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening.

As a result of the constantly changing pandemic emergency, there may be unavoidable delays in progressing particular stages of this recruitment process.  We will keep you informed throughout this process should it be delayed and we thank you for your patience.

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.

Attachments
- integrity and qualification consent form.docx
- mechanical rollingstock technician rea8 - 35227, 35228, 35229, 35330 jun 2019.pdf
- pta job application package.pdf


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