About the PTA

The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. 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.

PTA is a big deal, as one of the leading public transport systems nation-wide, we continue to get bigger and better! To support the growth, we are expanding our people model to meet the operational demands of today and tomorrow.

This is where you come into play. We are seeking to establish a pool of suitably qualified Control Systems professionals, including Control Systems Officers / Trainees, Operational Technology Engineers & a Control Systems Team Leader.

Why us?

As a pivotal State Government organisation, we believe in investing in our people, providing training and development opportunities plus career pathways. Maybe you’re seeking more of a stable/permanent opportunity to acquire that family home or buy your new set-of-wheels!?

We would like to invite you to our ‘PTA Technology Showcase 2023’! Where you can network with technology gurus & listen to PTA project intel. It would be great to see you at one of the following:

PTA Technology Showcase 2023

Date: Thursday, 2 February 2023 or Thursday, 16 February 2023
Time: 6-7pm
Location: Public Transport Centre
Address: 116 West Parade, Perth

Acquire your ticket by clicking on one of the following:

Thursday 2 February 2023: Secure your complimentary ticket

Thursday 16 February 2023: Secure your complimentary ticket

Interested? Then please read on…

The Opportunities

Control Systems Officer / Trainee:

In this Level 4 role, you will be responsible for maintaining the performance of Control Systems, encompassing the control and communications-based systems on the network, to ensure the reliability and availability of real-time control systems for efficient train operations. In addition, the position is responsible for ensuring that all train control systems maintenance, repairs and associated works are completed to the Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) and relevant standards and customer requirements.

There are currently four (4) permanent positions available for immediate filling.

The ideal candidate will have a thirst for business improvement with the following technical capabilities:

The successful applicants will have the ability to work shift work and weekend work as required.

Engineer – Operational Technology:

In this Level 5 role, you will provide engineering support for the maintenance, design, construction, upgrades and modifications of the branch assets; contributing to the overall performance, reliability and compliance of the PTA Operational Technology network. This support will be predominately focused on the recent addition the Airport Line, and will be responsible for the development of a comprehensive Asset Management Strategy for the newly installed Operational Technology assets. There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following technical and leadership capabilities:

• Relevant professional qualifications that would satisfy the admission requirement for Professional membership of the Institution of Engineers Australia.
• Recent experience in Control systems; including Programmable Logic Controllers and SCADA systems; though design, commissioning and operations and maintenance phases
• Demonstrated recent experience in fault finding on Operational Technology Systems and associated field equipment.
• Proven experience in providing engineering support in the planning, design and delivery of maintenance and/or construction works in an operational asset intensive environment.
• Proven experience of applying asset management frameworks asset management strategy.
• Well-developed leadership and management skills, including the ability to empower teams and individuals and to provide support that enables the organisation to succeed.

Control Systems Team Leader:

In this Level 6 role, you will ensure all aspects of the Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) operational control systems and related services are available, performing and installed, and maintained to meet customer’s needs in an effective and efficient manner.

There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following technical and leadership capabilities:

• Relevant professional qualifications that would satisfy the admission requirement for Professional membership of the Institution of Engineers Australia.
• Recent experience in Control systems; including Programmable Logic Controllers and SCADA systems; though design, commissioning and operations and maintenance phases
• Demonstrated recent experience in fault finding on Operational Technology Systems and associated field equipment.
• Proven experience in providing engineering support in the planning, design and delivery of maintenance and/or construction works in an operational asset intensive environment.
• Proven experience of applying asset management frameworks asset management strategy.
• Demonstrated experience in providing leadership to others that contributes to the achievement of agreed outcomes for a team.

The successful applicants will have the ability to work shift work and weekend work as required.

About You

If our team and any of that work sounds interesting to you, and you have relevant expertise that can help us achieve great results, we want to hear from you!

In addition to the technical capabilities, we are interested in persons who can take on those focus areas and who will:

• Fit into a great team environment and genuinely embody our PTA values
• Build and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Have the ability to take control and provide solutions under duress environments.

You are encouraged to specify in your application your preference of which position you would like to be considered. Please note this will not preclude you from being considered for the other roles – the panel will determine suitability based on skills and experience.

As this is an open pool you can apply at any time. Assessment of applications will be conducted on a regular basis with the first round of interview assessment intended to be held in the early to middle stages of February 2023.

This is a pool recruitment process where suitable applicants will be placed in a pool for 24 months from which full-time, part-time, permanent or fixed term appointments with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency will be made.

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.

PTA Values

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 impact of everything we do - economic, social and environmental.

What we can offer:

• Training & Development opportunities
• Career pathways
• Free Travel on Public Transport
• A supportive and dynamic team environment
• Health & Wellbeing programs including an onsite gym
• Subsidised corporate apparel and spectacles
• A key involvement in supporting WA’s Major Technological & Infrastructure projects which will make a difference in WA for many generations to come!

Why Perth, Western Australia

Did you know Perth is the sunniest state capital averaging 3,000 hours of sunshine per year – that’s around 300 days per year with great weather around beautiful beaches, parks, cafes and bars! With a world class public transport, and almost everything relative quickly accessible by good road infrastructure, Perth offers an exceptionally high standard of living! For the PTA employees our headquarters is only 30 minutes from beautiful coastal beaches and 5 minutes from the CBD

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. John Reeve, Manager Operational Technology on (08) 9326 2672 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 comprehensive and current resume and covering letter with two work related referees,
2. A completed Integrity and Qualification Consent Form (attached) as all PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening.

Lodging your application

Applicants must apply online, using the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the top/bottom of the screen.

Please ensure you allow plenty of time to lodge your application, as no emailed, late pro forma applications will not be accepted.