Job summary
Division:
People and Organisational Development
Position No:
34695
Closing Date:
2017-04-13 5:00 PM
Location:
East Perth
Job Type:
Fixed Term - Full Time
Salary:
Prof Level 2-4, SOA, $60,988 - $89,947 pa plus 9.5% superannuation
Are you looking to start your career with one of Australia’s leading public transport providers? Do you want to be part of a friendly, supportive and professional working environment?
If you have recently completed your engineering degree or will be at the end of this year, we encourage you to consider applying for our graduate program for 2018!
The Public Transport Authority (PTA) forms part of the transport portfolio. It owns and operates a multi-billion dollar asset base covering rail, bus and ferry infrastructure and services. Western Australia’s public transport system is recognised as the best in Australia and one of the best in the world.
The PTA has an exciting opportunity for recent graduates, or students who graduate this year, with a major in mechanical engineering (or other related discipline) to join our graduate program in February 2018.
Our Graduate Development Program is a three year program that offers you comprehensive training and on-the-job experience, along with the opportunity to work with the people responsible for delivering our world class public transport system. By rotating through our organisation you will have the opportunity to work in diverse business areas with cutting-edge technology and modern systems.
The PTA offers a friendly and professional working environment, a structured graduate training program and a range of benefits.
For more information on the PTA please visit our website at: www.pta.wa.gov.au
Interested and want to know more?
Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for full details about the position including any special requirements relevant to appointment.
For further information on the role and responsibilities of the position please contact Aleisha Cross, Graduate & Youth Employment Coordinator, on (08) 9326 3327 or email gradprogram@pta.wa.gov.au
How to Apply
To apply for the 2018 Graduate Development Program applicants will have:
- Completed a relevant Bachelor’s degree recently, or will complete by the end of 2017
- Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
To be considered for this position, please submit the following:
- A current resume including 2 referees
- A copy of your most recent academic transcript for all relevant qualifications
- A 2 page covering letter addressing the following Essential Work Related Requirements as per the JDF:
- (2)Communication and Interpersonal
- (3) Organisation
- (4) Conceptual, Analytical and Problem Solving
Applicants must apply online using the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the top/bottom of the screen. Applicants are encouraged to carefully read the attached Job Application Package as it will assist you in applying for this position.
Applicants who are short listed for further assessment will be asked to undertake psychometric testing. Course Weighted Average Marks (WAM’s) and psychometric testing results will be assessed as part of the application process.
Please ensure you allow plenty of time to lodge your application as late, pro forma or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Graduates may be considered for fixed term or permanent opportunities following successful completion of the Graduate Development Program.
Connecting and growing
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2018 graduate recruitment process map
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graduate brochure.pdf
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graduate engineer (mechanical) 34695 march 2017.pdf
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pta job application package 2017.pdf