About the role

The Project Officer, Bus Stop Infrastructure, supports the delivery of key bus stop programs, including accessibility upgrades and shelter installations. This role manages minor civil works, coordinates with contractors and government agencies, and ensures compliance with accessibility and operational standards. It involves developing design solutions, overseeing project timelines, and negotiating with stakeholders to enhance public transport infrastructure.

Additionally, the role includes reviewing bus stop locations, resolving community concerns, and representing the PTA in stakeholder meetings. The officer maintains and improves infrastructure databases, audits proposed locations and contributes to system enhancements. By preparing reports on bus stop usage and ensuring compliance with accessibility standards, the position plays a vital role in improving the public transport network.

About You!

To excel in this role, you should possess:

Experience in urban bus service infrastructure, Road Traffic Code applications, and/or accessibility standards for public transport.

Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, with conflict resolution and teamwork abilities.

Well-developed analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.

Project management experience, stakeholder coordination, and proficiency in spreadsheets and databases.

About Us

The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. Our purpose is to provide safe, customer-focused, integrated, and efficient transport services that align with our core values.

At the PTA, we hold five core values dear: safety, respect, recognition, integrity, and sustainability. These values guide everything we do, ensuring a workplace where safety is paramount, respect is fundamental, achievements are celebrated, integrity is unwavering, and sustainability is integral to our mission.

As a fast-growing economy, Western Australia’s public transport system, under the PTA, is recognised as the best in Australia and one of the most efficient, clean, and safe networks globally. Rail transport plays a vital role in our continued success and growth, exemplified by our numerous projects such as METRONET, designed to meet the public’s needs and expectations. Moving millions of people requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, and at the PTA, we are dedicated to delivering on our vision and purpose while upholding our values every step of the way.

You can expect.

Opportunities to grow through personal development and career pathways

Health and Wellbeing programs including access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym

Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles

Supportive Team Environment

Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round.

There is one permanent full-time opportunity available for an immediate start.

This is a pool recruitment process where suitable applicants will be placed in a pool for 12 months.

To be eligible to work permanently at the PTA you must be either an Australian Citizen, have Permanent Residency status or hold a current visa with permanent working rights in Australia.

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.

Further Information

Please contact Richard Robinson on (08) 9326 2922 for specific information about the role.

For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.

For technical difficulties, please contact the RAMS helpdesk at 1300 733 056 or email [email protected].

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to provide the following:

A comprehensive CV with two work related referees.

A written application (no more than 2 pages) outlining your experience addressing Selection Criteria 1,2 and 4 as per the JDF.

Applicants must apply online, using the ‘Apply’ button at the top of the screen. This will take you to the WA Jobs board www.jobs.wa.gov.au where you will need to follow the instructions listed on the advert. If not directed straight to the position, please key Position Number 34403 in the web search box.

Please note you will be required to complete the PTA Integrity and Qualification Consent Form and an Australian National Police Clearance should you become the recommended applicant through the recruitment process. Adverse outcomes of Integrity reviews and NPC’s will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from the selection process. All PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening. Suitable applicants may also need to undertake a full and comprehensive medical assessment.

Closing Date - 5:00 pm, Tuesday 22 April 2025