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 TTO branch is responsible for the safe and efficient operations of the rail network across the metropolitan area. This includes the operation, security, railcar maintenance and management of the urban rail passenger system.
We are currently looking for experienced rostering officers with strong Excel and communication skills to maintain and manage the rosters for a range of security staff for the TTO Division. These include Transit Officers, Central Monitoring Room Operators and Equipment Officers.
The Level 3 Roster Clerk is a coordination role, creating rosters and managing annual leave swaps and coordinating last minute leave bookings. You will need experience in preparing timesheets and developing staff rosters for large groups as well as the ability to interpret and apply relevant industrial agreements, particularly around the varied working conditions. An understanding of payroll processes will be beneficial.
This job is not for the faint hearted. You will be expected to work hard and in line with the PTA’s Core Values. We are looking for people who are fair and open as well as demonstrate your ability to work well within a team and complement our team dynamics.
The Rostering Office is a complex environment dealing a number of different Agreements and personnel. It can be a very demanding environment so you will need to be switched on and have confidence in your abilities. You will also need strong communication skills and a level of diplomacy to speak with confidence and respect with the Transit Officers and the like. Your experience in managing conflict will also benefit you in these roles.
Pool
This is a pool recruitment process where suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made within the next 12 months. Offers may be made on a permanent or fixed term basis with possible extensions and/or permanency.
There is currently one permanent Level 3 position available for filling on a full time basis.
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.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur for up to 12 months.
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 Tiffany Pidala, Transit Manager on (08) 9326 2870 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:
- A current CV with two work related referees;
- A written application addressing Selection Criteria 1, 2 & 4 from the JDF, in no more than 3 pages; and
- A completed Integrity and Qualification Consent Form (attached) as all PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening.
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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