The PTA is seeking a permanent, dynamic and driven Competency Manager to lead and manage our Competency Management function.

This role involves the development, implementation, and maintenance of competency frameworks and standards for numerous roles across a number of our operational divisions. You will be partnering with divisional branches to ensure their teams are competent and remain competent and effectively bringing together all the moving parts that make up our competency management system.

As the Competency Manager, you will lead a small team and serve as a vital link between stakeholders across the organisation, providing expert advice and support. You will ensure competency frameworks comply with legislative, regulatory, and safety standards and act as the primary contact between operational divisions and People & Organisational Development (POD) areas.

You will represent the PTA at relevant forums, effectively manage your team and other stakeholders to achieve competency outcomes, chair technical working groups and committees, mentor and support staff, maintain competency documentation, track and report assessments, and evaluate the overall success of the competency program.

About You!

To excel in this role, you should possess:

Demonstrated competency management experience, within a rail and/or other highly regulated environment (preferred but not essential)

Cert IV Training and Assessment minimum or willingness to obtain within first 12 months)

Demonstrated ability to operate within legislative requirements and parameters.

Strong leadership and management skills including the ability to effectively steer and manage change

Effective stakeholder management and communication skills

Superior problem solving skills and initiative

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 around

This is a full time, permanent position available for an immediate start

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.

Applicants assessed as suitable through this process may be used to fill similar vacancies both fixed term and permanent that may arise within the next 12 months.

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

Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Darren Frear, Manager Learning and Development on (08) 9326 3892 for specific information about the role.

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

How to Apply

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 36298 in the web search box.

All applications must be submitted through the PTA website, or the WA Government jobs portal. Applications received via other platforms will not be considered.

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 will also need to undertake a Drug and Alcohol Screen prior to commencement.

Closing Date: 5.00pm Wednesday 15 October 2025